Sketches of Young Couples by Charles Dickens

Author: Charles Dickens | Published: 1839

Sketches of Young Couples

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About Charles Dickens

Charles Dickens is a renowned author known for his compelling works of literature and captivating storytelling. His works have been studied in classrooms, analyzed by literary critics, and translated into multiple languages. Dickens is widely considered to be one of the most influential authors of all time.

Born in Portsmouth, England in 1812, Charles Dickens was the second of eight children born to John and Elizabeth Dickens. He had a difficult childhood due to his family’s financial struggles and was forced to begin working at the age of twelve. Despite these obstacles, he went on to become one of the most prolific authors in history with fifteen novels published including Great Expectations, Oliver Twist and A Christmas Carol, as well as many short stories and non-fiction pieces. His writing style was unique because it combined social criticism with humor and sharp observations about human nature. Find out more about Charles Dickens.