Charles Dickens
A Very Short Introduction
(Author) Jenny HartleyThis book covers the life and work of Charles Dickens, with examples taken from all his major works and writing. It considers the key themes in Dickens's novels, and the way in which he used his writing to critique the great dehumanising structures, ideologies, and bureaucracies of nineteenth-century Britain. This book examines the potent and multiple after-lives of Dickens's novels, and their ongoing impact today. It explores Dickens's own career and life, and the influence this had on his writing. It also discusses Dickens's treatment by critics through the ages.
Jenny Hartley
Jenny Hartley is a renowned literary scholar known for her groundbreaking work on the Brontë sisters. Her meticulous research and insightful analysis have shed new light on the lives and works of these iconic authors. Hartley's writing style is engaging and accessible, making her work essential reading for literature enthusiasts.
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