A Tale of Two Cities

Charles Dickens

mars 2019 · Aegitas

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A Tale of Two Cities is a novel by Charles Dickens, set in London and Paris before and during the French Revolution.

In the captivating and atmospheric A Tale of Two Cities, Charles Dickens weaves a gripping tale of love, honor, and sacrifice during the French Revolution. Set in both Paris and London, the novel follows the intertwined lives of Sydney Carton, a charming but doomed aristocrat, and Lucie Manette, a beautiful and compassionate seamstress.

As the political unrest in France intensifies, Carton's actions and choices lead him towards the guillotine, while Lucie's quiet life in London is disrupted by the appearance of Charles Darnay, a refugee from the turbulent streets of Paris. Dickens' masterful storytelling transports readers to the heart of this tumultuous period, where the lines between love and revolution, friendship and betrayal are forever altered.

A Tale of Two Cities is a timeless classic that offers a mesmerizing window into the power of human connection, resilience, and the enduring bonds that can overcome even the most unforgiving of times.

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Charles Dickens (1812-1870) was an English novelist, short story writer, and social critic. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest novelists of the Victorian era, and his works continue to be popular today.

Dickens's novels include Oliver Twist (1837-1839), Nicholas Nickleby (1838-1839), The Old Curiosity Shop (1840-1841), and David Copperfield (1849-1850). He is also known for his Christmas-themed stories, such as A Christmas Carol (1843) and The Chimes (1844).