This collection of short stories by Silas K. Hocking explores the lives of people living in poverty in the United Kingdom during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Hocking was known for his stories about working-class heroes and his ability to capture the daily struggles of the poor. "Dick's Fairy" tells the story of a young boy living in poverty who discovers a magical fairy that helps him and his family overcome their hardships.

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