They Wait on the Wharf in Black

Series: Over the Sliprails

The story revolves around a group of men who wait on the wharf for work, dressed in black to signify their unemployment and mourning-like state. They are a mix of old and young, with some having been out of work for years. The narrator describes them as being worn down by poverty and desperation. Their lives are marked by hardship and struggle, with many living in squalid conditions. Some have turned to crime or prostitution to survive, while others rely on charity or government assistance. The men's existence is... AI Generated Content

~1907 CE
Available in: English
Very Easy

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