A Dickens Boxed Set: 20 Novels & Over 200 Short Stories, Plays, Poems & Articles (eBook)

Charles Dickens (1812–1870), an iconic figure of Victorian literature, remains celebrated for his incisive social commentary and rich storytelling. Dickens's extensive oeuvre, encompassing novels, short stories, plays, poems, and articles, showcases his profound empathy for the marginalized and displays his formidable wit. With narratives at once captivating and condemnatory of the societal ills of his time, Dickens's works have become timeless classics. Among his notable contributions, as assembled in 'A Dickens Boxed Set: 20 Novels & Over 200 Short Stories, Plays, Poems & Articles,' are esteemed novels such as 'Oliver Twist,' which casts a stark light on the underbelly of London's poor; 'Great Expectations,' a poignant coming-of-age story; and 'A Tale of Two Cities,' an examination of love and sacrifice against the backdrop of the French Revolution. Dickens's literary style, characterized by its vivid characterizations, serial publication, and explorations of social reform, has influenced generations of writers and continues to resonate with readers worldwide. His narrative genius and the breadth of his works not only represent the zenith of 19th-century English literature but also provide a lens through which the pangs and pleasures of humanity are artfully revealed.