Author: Charles Dickens Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 462
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A Tale of Two Cities, unabridged with the original illustrations by Phiz, is a timeless classic written by the acclaimed author Charles Dickens. The book transports readers to the turbulent times of the French Revolution, weaving a complex narrative of love, sacrifice, and the struggle for justice. Dickens' mastery of language and intricate plot development make this novel a rich tapestry of historical fiction, showcasing his keen eye for social commentary and vivid characterizations. The original illustrations by Phiz further enhance the reading experience, bringing the story to life in a visually captivating way. A Tale of Two Cities stands as a testament to Dickens' enduring legacy as one of the greatest literary figures of the 19th century. With its gripping narrative and profound themes, this novel is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the depths of human nature and society amidst tumultuous times.
Author: Charles Dickens Publisher: DigiCat ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 462
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Tale of Two Cities is is a novel set in London and Paris before and during the French Revolution. The main characters — Doctor Alexandre Manette, Charles Darnay, and Sydney Carton — are all recalled to life, or resurrected, in different ways as turmoil erupts. Great Expectations centers around a poor young man by the name of Pip, who is given the chance to make himself a gentleman by a mysterious benefactor.
Author: Charles Dickens Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand ISBN: 2322151173 Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 462
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A Tale of Two Cities (1859) is a novel by Charles Dickens, set in London and Paris before and during the French Revolution. The novel depicts the plight of the French peasantry demoralised by the French aristocracy in the years leading up to the revolution, the corresponding brutality demonstrated by the revolutionaries toward the former aristocrats in the early years of the revolution, and many unflattering social parallels with life in London during the same period. It follows the lives of several characters through these events. A Tale of Two Cities was published in weekly instalments from April 1859 to November 1859 in Dickens's new literary periodical titled All the Year Round. All but three of Dickens's previous novels had appeared only as monthly installments. It was the time of the French Revolution - a time of great change and great danger. It was a time when injustice was met by a lust for vengeance, and rarely was a distinction made between the innocent and the guilty. Against this tumultuous historical backdrop, Dickens' great story of unsurpassed adventure and courage unfolds. Unjustly imprisoned for 18 years in the Bastille, Dr. Alexandre Manette is reunited with his daughter, Lucie, and safely transported from France to England. It would seem that they could take up the threads of their lives in peace. As fate would have it though, the pair are summoned to the Old Bailey to testify against a young Frenchman - Charles Darnay - falsely accused of treason. Strangely enough, Darnay bears an uncanny resemblance to another man in the courtroom, the dissolute lawyer's clerk Sydney Carton. It is a coincidence that saves Darnay from certain doom more than once. Brilliantly plotted, the novel is rich in drama, romance, and heroics that culminate in a daring prison escape in the shadow of the guillotine. Novel by Charles Dickens, published both serially and in book form in 1859. The story is set in the late 18th century against the background of the French Revolution. Although Dickens borrowed from Thomas Carlyle's history, The French Revolution, for his sprawling tale of London and revolutionary Paris, the novel offers more drama than accuracy. The scenes of large-scale mob violence are especially vivid, if superficial in historical understanding. The complex plot involves Sydney Carton's sacrifice of his own life on behalf of his friends Charles Darnay and Lucie Manette.
Author: G. K. Chesterton Publisher: Courier Corporation ISBN: 0486275450 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 99
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Beloved clerical sleuth in roster of remarkable cases: "The Blue Cross," "The Sins of Prince Saradine," "The Sign of the Broken Sword," "The Man in the Passage," "The Perishing of the Pendragons," more.
Author: Charles Dickens Publisher: Om Books International ISBN: 9381607516 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 121
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A young dog, Buck, grew up as the favourite pet of a loving family, in California. But his life took a sudden turn when he was sold by a rogue servant and was transported to the Far North. The cold, wild land was cruel and heartless; inhabited by greedy gold prospectors, savage wolves and even more savage Indians. Buck became a sled dog and was subjected to a life of immense hardship. He soon realised that he must return to the law of the wild and learn to survive. Buck turned to the ways of his forefathers using the cunning, toughness and ferocity that lay dormant in him - he became the strongest sled dog in Alaska. But can he overcome the urge to run free of man's rule; the urge to respond to the call of the wild?
Author: Arthur Conan Doyle Publisher: Top Five Books LLC ISBN: 1938938178 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 189
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The Novel That Introduced Sherlock Holmes to the World This Top Five Classics edition of A Study in Scarlet features: • The original, unabridged text by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle • The original illustrations by D.H. Friston, plus addition early drawings by George Hutchinson and James Greig • A helpful introduction and author bio A Study in Scarlet was the first story by Arthur Conan Doyle to feature Sherlock Holmes. It begins with Dr. John Watson, an injured Afghan war veteran, searching for someone to share lodgings with in 1881 London. He soon meets the enigmatic young Sherlock Holmes, who ushers him into a world of mystery and murder, and of cases too confounding for anyone but this uniquely gifted consulting detective to solve. Two killings in London have Scotland Yard perplexed, and the solution Holmes reveals takes the reader on a journey to America’s Wild West of the 1850s and beyond.
Author: Charles Dickens
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