The Little Book of Charles Dickens: Dickensian Wit and Wisdom for Our Times - Hardcover

'The greatest writer of his time.' (George Orwell)

Charles Dickens, the author of 20 much-loved novels and novellas, masterfully combined humour and pathos to explore Victorian society in all its shades. Widely praised for his rich narratives and larger-than-life characters, Dickens was not only a celebrity author but also an admired social reformer. From the refined drawing rooms of the upper classes to the horrors of the workhouse and the filthy back streets of London, his writings illuminated the harsh inequalities of the times.

What’s Inside The Little Book of Charles Dickens:

This delightful volume showcases:

• Wonderful quotes from Dickens' writings.
• Fascinating facts about his life and achievements.

By turns witty, comic, insightful, and wise, this book is a fitting tribute to a literary giant.

Sample Quote:

"It is said that the children of the very poor are not brought up, but dragged up."
(Bleak House)

Sample Fact:

When Dickens was 12 years old, his father was sent to a debtor's prison. Forced to become the family's main breadwinner, the young Dickens worked at Warren's Blacking Factory, where he was paid a pittance for pasting labels onto bottles of shoe polish.