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Oliver Twist (200th Anniversary Edition)
ISBN: 9780451529718
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- Oliver Twist is one of Charles Dickens' most beloved and influential novels, combining social criticism, adventure, mystery, and memorable storytelling. The novel follows the life of Oliver Twist, an orphan born into poverty who grows up in a harsh workhouse where he experiences neglect, hunger, and cruelty.
- After daring to ask for more food, Oliver is punished and eventually escapes to London in search of a better life. However, he soon falls into the dangerous world of crime and exploitation, where he encounters the cunning Fagin and his gang of young pickpockets, including the famous Artful Dodger. As Oliver struggles to survive, he becomes entangled with thieves, criminals, and others who seek to exploit his innocence.
- Despite the hardships he faces, Oliver remains kind-hearted and honest. His journey introduces readers to a vivid cast of characters ranging from compassionate benefactors to ruthless villains. Through Oliver's experiences, Dickens exposes the harsh realities of poverty, child labor, and social inequality in nineteenth-century England.
- The novel blends suspense, humor, emotion, and social commentary while exploring the challenges faced by vulnerable children in an unforgiving society. Dickens' unforgettable characters and powerful storytelling helped draw public attention to important social issues and contributed to reforms in attitudes toward poverty and child welfare.
- Celebrated as a masterpiece of English literature, Oliver Twist remains a timeless story of resilience, compassion, and hope. Its enduring themes and memorable characters continue to captivate readers around the world.
Additional Information
Publisher Penguin Group (USA)
Series Signet Classics
Vendor BORDERS
Release Date 5 Apr 2005
Pages 512 Pages
Format Paperback
Age 18+
Width 10.3 cm
Height 1.7 cm
Language English
Weight 241 g
Barcode 9780451529718