The Muffin Man

Rostant's novel explores the lives of street beggars and bag ladies in Soho, highlighting the desperate need for change in society today. It challenges cultural and religious hypocrisy and encourages readers to reflect on their own views and perceptions of poverty and homelessness.

Format: Book
Length: 105 pages
Publication date: 27 June 2024
Publisher: Arkbound

The underbelly of London's Soho has remained largely unchanged over the past century, with the disadvantaged bearing the brunt of societal corruption. Rostant's frank exploration of the lives of those at the heart of bohemian Soho sheds light on pressing issues in society today and the urgent need for change. The novel's protagonist, a Big Issue vendor who suffers from delusions and commits suicide, is a poignant example of the struggles faced by those living on the margins of society. The novella challenges commonly accepted narratives of exclusion, gender, sexuality, and mental health, and encourages readers to reflect on their own views and perceptions, particularly surrounding poverty and homelessness, and to consider the ways in which they can incite change. It is a transgressive piece of work that challenges cultural and religious hypocrisy, urging readers to confront their own biases and prejudices.

Weight: 240g
Dimension: 127 x 203 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781912092376