Theme and message

In this part of the study guide, we will offer you some points and suggestions you can use when you deal with the themes in “Long nights, low pay and no play” by Burhan Wazir as well as the key message and author’s intention.

Themes of isolation and anonymity

The main theme of the text is the harsh work conditions of immigrants in the UK: long hours, low pay, lacks of free time and jobs without any future prospects. Wasim’s story is not special, but representative for a whole category of people: “...