Mrs. Lirriper's Lodgings by Charles Dickens

Author: Charles Dickens | Published: 1863

Mrs. Lirriper's Lodgings

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About Charles Dickens

Charles Dickens is one of the most renowned English novelists of all time. His works are celebrated for their vivid descriptions, memorable characters and social commentary. Born in 1812, Dickens wrote 15 novels during his lifetime that remain popular today with readers around the world.

His best-known works include Oliver Twist, A Tale of Two Cities, Great Expectations and A Christmas Carol. Many of these novels were based on his own experiences growing up in London during the 19th century and dealing with poverty and class struggle. His detailed observations about everyday life shaped how he depicted characters in his stories. For example, he used humor to highlight the injustices faced by those who lived in extreme poverty or had to work long hours for meager pay as a result of industrialization during this era. Find out more about Charles Dickens.