I) Having grown up in the East End of London, Richard is quite used to the way of life there. II) Every day of his youth was a struggle, either to find work or to stay out of trouble. III) Unlike so many others, though, he was lucky enough to get an education and a reasonable job. IV) It was the violence in the streets that he found most difficult to deal with there. V) As a result, he is now a company manager and has moved away from London, though he still returns sometimes to visit old friends.