BRICK LANE: Bari to Basa

Shahagir Bakth Faruk paints a colourful story of his life in Brick Lane. He is a well-respected member of the British Bangladeshi community. For centuries the East End has been the first port of contact for many immigrants working in the docks and shipping from East India. It is the heart of the city's Bangladeshi-Sylheti community and is famous for its market and numerous curry houses. Shahagir is an inspiration to many and his remarkable life story tells of the many challenges he faced living and working in the Brick Lane area. It is important to remember the hard work of our forefathers and these stories need to be told. He has portrayed Brick Lane positively as a symbol of success and a place of inspiration. An interesting read for anyone who wants to find out more about the changing face of Brick Lane.