At 10, Owen becomes an orphan after his mother's death. The Conways take him in, but their neighbor's drinking problem soon forces Owen onto the streets. By 17, he's learned that strength prevails. By 25, he's the leader of his own gang, spending most of their time gambling and drinking. However, Marie's arrival in the gangster district changes everything, as Owen falls for her. Unable to confess his feelings, he seeks education and inspiration at her settlement. But his old life is bound to catch up with him once again.
The Regeneration
A childhood marred by violence ultimately shapes the destiny of a notorious gangster.