{"product_id":"a-lyons-neil-sixpenny-pieces-9789371814621","title":"Sixpenny Pieces","description":"Sixpenny pieces introduces the work and philosophy of a physician serving a working-class London neighborhood. The story centers on his unconventional practice, as he engages with patients whose lives reflect the hardship, humor, and resilience of the city s overlooked communities. From the beginning, the narrative places the reader in the thick of urban commotion, capturing the energy of a London street during a tense evening. A case of domestic violence draws immediate attention, and the doctor emerges as a figure whose instincts prioritize compassion over protocol. Rather than sending the injured woman to a hospital, he takes responsibility for her care, revealing his pragmatic understanding of the conditions many endure. The novel uses his modest surgery as a stage for examining larger social issues, from poverty and exploitation to kindness and endurance. His interactions with a colorful and troubled array of individuals provide insights into both his character and the lives of those around him. The opening scenes signal a richly textured narrative, rooted in the rhythms of working-class life and marked by quiet defiance and unexpected humor.","brand":"Double 9 Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53796880744790,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.momoxbooks.com\/products\/a-lyons-neil-sixpenny-pieces-9789371814621","provider":"momoxbooks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}