A Tale of Two Cities
A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens is a historical novel published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on April 30, 2012. This edition spans 350 pages and is presented in English. Set in London and Paris before and during the French Revolution, the narrative explores the struggles of the French peasantry under the oppressive aristocracy, as well as the subsequent violence of the revolutionaries against the former ruling class. The story follows several protagonists as they navigate these tumultuous events.
Readers will find a rich depiction of family and city life during a pivotal moment in history, with themes of resurrection woven throughout the narrative. The novel highlights the stark social contrasts between life in Paris and London during this era. Dickens intricately portrays the emotional and societal upheavals experienced by his characters, providing insight into the broader implications of the revolution. This edition invites readers to engage with the historical context and the personal stories that unfold against the backdrop of significant social change.
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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. With well over 200 million copies sold, it ranks among the most famous works in the history of fictional literature. The novel depicts the plight of the French peasantry demoralized 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 time period. It follows the lives of several protagonists through these events. Resurrection is the main theme in the novel. In Jarvis Lorry’s thoughts of Dr. Manette, resurrection is first spotted as a theme. It is also the last theme: Carton’s sacrifice. Dickens originally wanted to call the entire novel Recalled to Life.
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