A Tale of Two Cities

A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens is a classic work published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited on September 2, 2021. This edition spans 432 pages and is presented in English. The narrative unfolds during the tumultuous period of the French Revolution, exploring themes of mistaken identity and family tragedy as it follows Dr. Manette, who is released from the Bastille and reunites with his daughter, Lucie. The story intricately weaves the lives of Lucie and two men—a dispassionate English lawyer and an exiled French aristocrat—against a backdrop of sacrifice and societal upheaval.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of historical and social elements as the plot delves into the complexities of love and loyalty amidst chaos. The novel captures the essence of its time, reflecting on the political and military tensions that define the era. Dickens’ portrayal of the characters and their struggles offers insight into the human condition during a pivotal moment in history. This edition is a significant addition to the collection of literary classics, inviting readers to engage with the profound themes that continue to resonate today.
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‘It was the best of times, it was the worst of times…’
A Tale of Two Cities is arguably the greatest story of mistaken identity ever told, interweaving a heart-breaking family tragedy with the bloody French Revolution.
Dr Manette is released from imprisonment in the Bastille and is reunited with his daughter, Lucie. Two men – an apathetic English lawyer and an exiled French aristocrat – vie for her love in a time of uncertainty, sacrifice and terror.
Self-proclaimed by Dickens as ‘the best story I have ever written’, A Tale of Two Cities is an enduring epic of historical fiction.
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