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When Charlie Trumper inherits his grandfathers fruit and vegetable barrow, he inherits as well his enterprising spirit, which quickly lifts him out of poverty in Londons East End. Success, however, does not come easily or quickly, particularly when World War I sends Charlie into combat and into an ongoing struggle with a vengeful enemy who will not rest until Charlie is When Charlie Trumper inherits his grandfathers fruit and vegetable barrow, he inherits as well his enterprising spirit, which quickly lifts him out of poverty in Londons East End. Success, however, does not come easily or quickly, particularly when World War I sends Charlie into combat and into an ongoing struggle with a vengeful enemy who will not rest until Charlie is destroyed. Charlie Trumpers epic journey carries him across three continents and through the triumphs and disasters of the twentieth century, all leading toward the fulfillment of his greatest dream.