A Tale of Two Cities
A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens is a significant work of literary fiction published by Brilliance Audio on July 28, 2002. This edition presents an unabridged audio format, allowing listeners to engage with Dickens’ exploration of life in London and Paris during the tumultuous period of the French Revolution. The narrative follows Dr. Manette, a French physician recently released from eighteen years of imprisonment, and his daughter Lucie, as they navigate the complexities of love, identity, and the consequences of revenge.
In this story, Charles Darnay, who has renounced his aristocratic heritage, becomes entwined with Lucie and faces dire circumstances when he returns to France. The plot intricately weaves together themes of redemption and the impact of societal upheaval, as Darnay’s fate intersects with that of Sydney Carton, a barrister whose life is marked by regret. This audio edition invites listeners to experience the depth of Dickens’ characters and the historical context of the era, making it a valuable addition to any collection of classic literature.
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Product Description “It is a far, far better thing that I do, than I have ever done; it is a far, far better rest that I go to than I have ever known.” From the author of David Copperfield and A Christmas Carol comes a novel which is among the most celebrated works in the history of literary fiction.Dickens’ two cities are London and Paris during the time of the French Revolution. Dr. Manette, a French physician, having been called in to treat a young peasant and his sister, realizes that they have been cruelly abused by the Marquis de St. Evremonde and his brother. To ensure Dr. Manette’s silence, the Marquis has him confined for eighteen years in the Bastille. As the story opens, the doctor has just been released. He is brought to England where he gradually recovers his health and his sanity.Charles Darnay, concealing his identity as the cruel Marquis’ nephew, has left France and renounced his heritage. He falls in love with Lucie, Dr. Manette’s daughter, and they are happily married. When he is called to Paris to save a servant condemned by the mob, Darnay himself is imprisoned, setting off a chain of events which will entwine the lives of Darnay and the degenerate barrister Sydney Carton in ways that reveal the profound effects of revenge, love, and redemption.This novel is part of Brilliance Audio’s extensive Classic Collection, bringing you timeless masterpieces that you and your family are sure to love. About the Author Charles Dickens (1812-1870) is the most popular and, many believe, the greatest English author. He wrote many classic novels, including David Copperfield, Oliver Twist, and A Christmas Carol. Great Expectations and A Tale of Two Cities are available from Brilliance Audio.
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