A Tale of Two Cities (Collector's Edition) (Laminated Hardback with Jacket)

About the author

Charles Dickens, born in 1812 in Portsmouth, England, became a major figure in Victorian literature, known for his vivid characters and social critiques. Hardships in his youth, including his father's imprisonment, forced him into factory work-a defining experience influencing his later novels. Rising to fame with The Pickwick Papers, Dickens used his works to spotlight poverty and social issues.Throughout his career, Dickens's serialized novels, like Oliver Twist and Great Expectations, captivated readers with cliffhangers and memorable portrayals of London's marginalized. His blend of humor and criticism made him beloved and impactful.In later years, Dickens gained popularity through reading tours and continued writing prolifically. His influence transcended literature, and "Dickensian" became synonymous with grim social realities. Dickens's works remain timeless, inspiring adaptations and resonating across generations.

Product details

• Authors: Charles Dickens, Charles Dickens
• Publisher: Ingram Publishers Services
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 26.11.2024
• EAN: 9781998621217
• ISBN: 978-1-998621-21-7
• No. of pages: 346
• Dimensions: 152 mm x 229 mm x 24 mm
• Weight: 676 g
• Subjects: Fiction > Narrative literature > Main work before 1945; FICTION / Coming of Age, FICTION / Historical / General, Fiction: special features, Historical fiction, FICTION / Classics, Classic fiction (pre c 1945), Narrative theme: Coming of age, Classic fiction: general and literary