Beggars All: A Novel is a work of fiction written by Lily Dougall and first published in 1893. The novel tells the story of a young woman named Beryl Mercer who is forced to confront the harsh realities of life in late 19th century London. Beryl is the daughter of a wealthy businessman and has grown up in a sheltered and privileged world. However, when her father dies suddenly, she is left penniless and must fend for herself in a city full of poverty,...
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