In a run-down East London housing office, migrants and frustrated local government employees cross paths and try to work out what the latest policy means for them. As a favour to his friend, one man finds himself roped into organizing the funeral of Ghiyath, a young Syrian refugee. It is not until his life collides with Ghiyath's death that he realises just how much he has in common with those who've fallen through the cracks.
On the Greenwich Line traces the absurdities of racism, austerity, and bureaucracy in contemporary England. This is a story about systemic failure and personal courage, and about London and its many lost souls, told with wisdom, humour and profound humanity.
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- Authors:
- Lewis, Shady
- Year Published:
- 2025
- Country of Publication:
- United Kingdom
- Format:
- Paperback
- ISBN:
- 9781908670953
- Number of Pages:
- 176
- Place of Publication:
- London
- Publication Date:
- 18/02/2025
- Publisher:
- Peirene Press Ltd
- Language:
- English
- Imprint:
- Peirene Press Ltd
- SKU:
- 9781908670953