Great Expectations (eBook)
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DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654736852-6 (EAN)
Charles Dickens (1812–1870) remains one of the most prolific and influential figures in English literature, celebrated for his acute social commentary and his keen observation of Victorian society. Dickens's literary career spanned roughly four decades during which he wrote numerous classic novels that are still widely read and studied today. 'Great Expectations' (1861), one of his most famous works, epitomizes his skill at creating complex characters and intricate plots. The novel weaves a tale of personal growth, class mobility, and the consequences of ambition and desire, reflective of Dickens's own rags-to-riches story. Dickens's writing is characterized by its vivid storytelling, humor, and poignant criticisms of societal injustices, infusing his narratives with realism and moral depth. Beyond 'Great Expectations', his bibliography includes such monumental works as 'Oliver Twist', 'A Christmas Carol', 'David Copperfield', 'Bleak House', and 'A Tale of Two Cities', which have shaped the canon of British literature and continue to resonate with readers around the world. Dickens was also known for his public readings, bringing his characters to life for captivated audiences and cementing his status as a literary celebrity of his time. Through his work, Dickens became a powerful advocate for social reform, ensuring his legacy as not just a master storyteller but also a passionate voice for the disadvantaged.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 16.9.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker |
Schlagworte | 19th century england • 19th century fiction • Benefactors • Bildungsroman • Bildungsroman narrative • bildungsromans • British Literature Classics • character studies • Charles Dickens books • classic english literature • Coming of age story • England • English literature • Ex-convicts • Fiction • Great Expectations novel • historical literary fiction • ironic wit • Literary Realism • Man-woman relationships • moral growth • Orphans • revenge • Social Class • Social commentary novels • social reform advocacy • victorian era novels • Victorian societal critique • young men |
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