Themes in dickens: seven recurring concerns in the writings
Auteur :
Ponzio, Peter J.
Éditeur :
McFarland & Co Inc
ISBN :
9781476672571
Date de publication :
13 mars 2018
Dimensions :
22,9 x 15,2 x 1,0 cm
Poids :
245 g
Format :
Trade paperback (US)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
Throughout his career, Charles Dickens addressed the changes occurring in Victorian society. His portrayals of, class, worker's rights, prison reform and poverty resonated with readers experiencing social upheaval. Focusing on his novels, nonfiction writing, speeches and correspondence, this book explores Dickens's use of these themes as literary devices and as a means to effect social progress.