Description
The Dickens Dictionary: A Key to the Characters and Principal Incidents" is a reference book that serves as a comprehensive guide to the characters, plots, and significant events in the works of Charles Dickens. This dictionary is an invaluable resource for readers, students, and scholars who want to explore Dickens' novels in greater depth or need a handy reference to understand his extensive cast of characters and detailed storytelling.
Key Features:
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Overview of Characters:
- The dictionary provides detailed entries on the characters in Dickens' novels, offering insights into their personalities, roles, and importance in the stories.
- It includes both major characters like Ebenezer Scrooge, Oliver Twist, and David Copperfield, as well as minor characters who still play important roles in the narrative.
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Summaries of Principal Incidents:
- The book highlights the key events and incidents in each of Dickens' novels, helping readers keep track of complex plots and significant moments.
- It also offers context for the social and historical issues Dickens addressed in his work, providing a deeper understanding of the themes present in his stories.