The Beggar's Garden: Stories brings together nine linked short stories set in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, one of Canada’s most storied urban neighbourhoods. Moving from back alleys to bank offices, it reveals how very different lives intersect in unexpected ways.
The collection follows a wide cast of characters—a bank manager, a car thief, a retired do-gooder, a web designer, people chasing drugs, redemption, or simply a place to sleep. Their paths cross and overlap, building a layered portrait of a community living on the jagged margins of the city.
Written without moral preaching or easy answers, the stories balance grit with compassion, highlighting small acts of connection and humanity. Known for its critical acclaim and award recognition, the book stands out for its vivid sense of place and its unflinching look at contemporary urban life.
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