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“...if they would but think how hard it is for the very poor to have engendered in their hearts, that love of home from which all domestic virtues spring, when they live in dense and squalid masses where social decency is lost, or rather never found ... and [those who rule] strive to improve the wretched dwellings in bye-ways where only Poverty may walk ... In hollow voices from Workhouse, Hospital, and jail, this truth is preached from day to day, and has been proclaimed for years.”

Quote by Charles Dickens

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The Old Curiosity Shop

Charles Dickens' 'The Old Curiosity Shop' is a poignant tale that intertwines the lives of its characters with the mysterious and magical objects within the shop. The story follows the adventures of Nell and her grandfather, as they navigate the complexities of life and the unexpected twists that come with it. The novel is renowned for its vivid descriptions and emotional depth, offering readers a glimpse into the human condition through the lens of a young girl's perspective. more

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Charles Dickens
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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