Ginx's Baby: His Birth And Other Misfortunes

Ginx's Baby: His Birth and Other Misfortunes

by Edward Jenkins

'Ginx's Baby' is a satirical novel that explores the plight of the poor and the social inequalities that contribute to their suffering. It tells the story of Ginx, an unwanted child who is born into poverty and faces a lifetime of hardship and misfortune. The novel critiques the Victorian Era's treatment of the poor and the lack of opportunities available to them.

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