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“The privileges of the side-table included the small prerogatives of sitting next to the toast, and taking two cups of tea to other people's one.”

Quote by Charles Dickens

Book:Martin Chuzzlewi

Work

Martin Chuzzlewi

Martin Chuzzlewi is a satirical work that delves into the lives of the wealthy and the poor during the Victorian era, highlighting the stark contrasts between the two social classes. The story follows the protagonist, Martin Chuzzlewi, as he navigates the complexities of his family's wealth and the broader societal issues of the time. more

Author

Charles Dickens

Charles Dickens, a British writer born on February 7, 1812, and died on June 9, 1870, is one of the greatest novelists of the 19th century. Known for his profound social criticism and vivid narrative style, Dickens' works extensively cover social reality, revealing various issues in the British society of the time. more

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