A Tale of Two Cities
A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens, published by Scholastic in 2018, is a classic work of juvenile fiction that spans 480 pages. This novel is set against the backdrop of London and Paris during the tumultuous period of the French Revolution, exploring themes of economic and political unrest. The story follows Alexandre Manette, who is released after 18 years as a political prisoner, and his reunion with his daughter Lucie in England, as their lives become intertwined with those of Charles Darnay and Sydney Carton.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into the complexities of love and sacrifice amidst societal upheaval. The characters navigate the rising tensions in France, culminating in the storming of the Bastille. Dickens’ storytelling is noted for its intricate plotting, making A Tale of Two Cities a significant work in the realm of classics. This edition is presented in English and offers a rich exploration of the historical context and personal dramas that define this pivotal moment in history.
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“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times…”Set in London and Paris, A Tale of Two Citiespaints a story of economical and political unrest at the time of the French Revolution. After serving 18 years as a political prisoner in the Bastille, the ageing Alexandre Manette is finally released and united with his daughter Lucie in England. As the lives of Alexandre and Lucie intertwine with those around them – most namely Charles Darnay and Sydney Carton, two very different men drawn together by their love for Lucie – the rising tensions in France and the violent eruption of the revolution climax in the storming of the Bastille. Initially described as an experiment, and widely considered to be Dickens’ most tightly plotted novel, it is easy to see why A Tale of Two Citiesremains one of his most popular books.
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