The happy childhood of little Jim and his sisters was cut short in an instant when their mother died. The children found themselves on the street, scared and defenseless... Orphaned and homeless, Jim is looking for shelter and a means of livelihood. On London barges he has to do the dirtiest and most dangerous work, enduring severe beatings and humiliation. Only the thought that there will be a person who can protect and become a friend gives the child hope. And then the day comes when it begins to seem that dreams come true... (“The Homeless Child”) Little Emily and Lizzie, separated from their brother, swore to each other to be together at all costs. But will they be able to keep their word when they find themselves powerless factory workers among hundreds of other disadvantaged children? (“Far from Home. Sisters of a Street Child”)