Charles Dickens

Name: Charles Dickens
Rating: 5 (3 reviews)

Hourly History

Mar 2018 · Biographies of British Authors Book 3 · Hourly History

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From working in a shoe-blacking factory as a 12-year-old to help his family while his father was in debtor’s prison, Charles Dickens rose to become one of the best-known novelists of all time. Lines like Oliver Twist’s “Please sir, may I have some more?” or the opening lines of A Tale of Two Cities “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.” are part of the popular vocabulary, and many of Dickens’ works have been translated into movies or TV series. Yet the story of his rise from relative obscurity to immense fame and popularity is not a simple one. Always energetic and unceasingly active, writing until the day before his death, Dickens proves to be a character as interesting as many of those he created.

Inside you will read about...

Providing for His Family as a Child

Beginnings as an Author

Increasing Fame

The Republic of My Imagination

Rumors and Infidelity

Return to America and Last Years

And much more!

Discover the life and legacy of Charles Dickens, the beloved author who brought Victorian England to life through unforgettable characters and stories. From Oliver Twist to A Christmas Carol, his works continue to inspire readers worldwide. Perfect for fans of classic literature and social history.

Get your copy today and explore the world of a true literary giant!

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Elodie Osman

16 September 2019

I didn't know much about Dickens and I learned the essential to understand who he was as a writer.

1 person found this review helpful

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