Pearl-Fishing; Choice Stories from Dickens' Household Words; First Series by Charles Dickens

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Pearl-Fishing; Choice Stories from Dickens' Household Words; First Series

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About Charles Dickens

Charles Dickens is one of the most revered authors in the English-speaking world, and his works remain some of the best-loved pieces in literature. Born in 1812, Dickens wrote such classics as A Christmas Carol, Great Expectations and Oliver Twist; his novels have been adapted into film, television and theatre countless times over the years. In addition to these beloved works, Dickens wrote a great deal of non-fiction on topics including history and politics. His vivid writing style has made him an influential figure for generations of readers.

Dickens' life was far from easy - his father was imprisoned for debt when he was young and he worked at a factory before taking up full time writing. Despite this tumultuous start in life, he eventually became one of the most beloved writers in England's literary canon. Find out more about Charles Dickens.