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Contents
Through alphabetically organized, short but incisive and insightful cross-referenced entries, The Encyclopedia of London's East End is a foundational reference work with sections on the area’s art, architecture, politics, significant personages and places, literature, music, and film.
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Hundreds of entries covering every facet of the East End
People
Annie Besant
Joseph Merrick
Gilbert and George
George and Minnie Lansbury
Israel Narodiczky
Oscar Wilde
Places
Albert Square from EastEnders
Balfron Tower
Brick Lane Mosque
The Gherkin
Queen Adelaide's Dispensary
River Lea
Arts
The Kray brothers in film
The Mask of Fu Manchu
An Acre of Barren Ground
Brick Lane
The Homecoming
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