A Christmas Carol is a novel by Charles Dickens that was first published in 1843. The story tells the tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, a man who is visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley. Marley warns Scrooge that he will be visited by three ghosts who will attempt to change his … Read more
Charles Dickens is one of the most celebrated authors in English literature. His novel Great Expectations is a classic work that has been enjoyed by readers for centuries. The story follows the life of young orphan Pip, who suddenly finds himself in possession of a large sum of money. With this new wealth, he sets … Read more
A Tale of Two Cities is a classic novel by Charles Dickens. The novel tells the story of two men, one from each side of the social divide, who are brought together by their shared love for a woman during the French Revolution. A Tale of Two Cities is a powerful story of love, loss, … Read more
Charlotte Bronte and Charles Dickens are two of the most well-known and beloved authors in English literature. Though they wrote during different periods, their work is often compared and contrasted. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the ways that Jane Eyre and Great Expectations differ, as well as some of the … Read more
In A Tale Of Two Cities, Charles Dickens paints a compelling picture of the horrors of capital punishment. He shows that the death penalty is a tool of evil men, not a means of justice. Dickens first introduces the concept of capital punishment through the character Sydney Carton. Carton is a disreputable alcoholic who seems … Read more
Hard Times by Charles Dickens is a novel that employs a great deal of irony. The Hard Times in the title refers both to the times in which the book is set (the Industrial Revolution) and to the difficult lives of the characters. However, the book also uses irony to critique aspects of society beyond … Read more
The theme of resurrection is present throughout A Tale of Two Cities. A key example of this is when Sydney Carton sacrifices himself to save Charles Darnay’s life. Darnay had been previously sentenced to death, but Carton takes his place, knowing that he will be executed instead. This act of self-sacrifice demonstrates the power of … Read more
Charles Dickens’ Great Expectations is a novel about an orphan named Pip who is taken in by a wealthy family after he makes a great discovery. Throughout the novel, Pip develops a relationship with Estella, who was raised by the family and is meant to be his bride. Estella is a cold and heartless person, … Read more
When Charles Dickens wrote Great Expectations, he did so with the intention of subverting many of the typical conventions of the fairy tale genre. In particular, he wanted to upend the traditional ideas about what it meant to be a “prince” or a “hero.” As such, his portrayal of Pip as an unlikely candidate for … Read more
Hard times in the novel are presented through irony via an unsteady economy, social deprivation, and suffocating relationships. These three elements work together to show how life is not always easy when surrounded by people who are unwilling to help or be kind. The first example of irony was Crawley being evicted from his house … Read more
Hard Times is a novel by Charles Dickens, written and published in 1854. Hard Times: For These Times (or Hard Times) was also the name of a speech given by Charles Dickens; we will see the connection between the title and the content later. Dickens explores industrialization in England without romanticizing it like he did … Read more
“A Tale of Two Cities” by Charles Dickens is a novel that talks about life during the French Revolution. Many characters such as Sydney Carton, Madame Defarge and Dr. Alexandre Manette make an appearance throughout the story, but one revolutionary in particular reoccurs through this narrative: A woman named Madame Defarge. The book starts off … Read more
A Tale of Two Cities is Charles Dickens’ story of the French Revolution. It is set in London and Paris and follows several characters through their experiences during the historical upheaval. The theme of resurrection runs throughout A Tale of Two Cities, providing hope where there seems to be none. “Resurrection” can be defined as … Read more
Ethan Frome is a dramatic romantic story based on the love triangle between Ethan, his wife Zeena, and their housekeeper Mattie Silver. The author introduces multiple themes and conflicts throughout its words and pages. Within these themes of love, poverty, and isolation the author introduces three distinct symbols being the outdoors, bedroom and kitchen which … Read more