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Charles Dickens

Charles Dickens

by Jenny (Emeritus Professor at the University of Roehampton) Hartley
Title:
Charles Dickens
Author:
Jenny (Emeritus Professor at the University of Roehampton) Hartley
Series (if any):
Very Short Introductions
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
160 pages, 8 black and white images
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-13:
9780198714996
EAN:
9780198714996
Publication Date:
28/02/2019
Classifications:
Literature: history and criticism
Weight (g):
258
Dimensions (mm):
175 x 120 x 8
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Price:£8.24
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Jenny Hartley introduces Charles Dickens's life and works, looking at the vitality of his characters and the energy which surges through his writing. Examining the themes running through his books, she considers the institutions which influenced his work (such as the workhouse) and looks at his critique of nineteenth century society.

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