A Tale of Two Cities is a historical novel written by Charles Dickens, first published in 1859. The story is set in the late 18th century and follows the lives of two men, Charles Darnay and Sydney Carton, who are alike in appearance but vastly different in their personalities and circumstances. Darnay is a French aristocrat who renounces his title and moves to England, while Carton is a drunken lawyer who has given up on life. The novel is set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, and it explores themes of love, ...
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A Tale of Two Cities is a historical novel written by Charles Dickens, first published in 1859. The story is set in the late 18th century and follows the lives of two men, Charles Darnay and Sydney Carton, who are alike in appearance but vastly different in their personalities and circumstances. Darnay is a French aristocrat who renounces his title and moves to England, while Carton is a drunken lawyer who has given up on life. The novel is set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, and it explores themes of love, sacrifice, and redemption. The plot is driven by the intertwined fates of the two men and their relationships with the people around them, including Lucie Manette, a young Frenchwoman who becomes the object of their affection. The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of the chaos and violence of the Revolution, as well as its memorable characters and themes. It is considered one of Dickens' greatest works and a masterpiece of English literature.It was the Best of Times. It was the Worst of Times.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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One of Charles Dickens' most captivating books is A Tale of Two Cities, a tale of revolution, retaliation, and sacrifice. It narrates the tale of a family that is endangered by horrible past events and is set against the backdrop of the French Revolution. After being wrongfully detained in the Bastille for eighteen years, Dr. Manette is eventually freed and reunited with his daughter Lucie, who was raised in London despite having French ancestry. Charles Darnay, who has given up wealth and status in France due to his political beliefs, wins Lucie over with his love. Darnay returns to Paris during the revolution to assist an elderly family servant, but he is quickly arrested due to the crimes his relatives have committed.
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Marilynne B
Mar 15, 2013
This book was a gift that I sent to my Great Grand kids.
FanOfTimeLifeBooks
Aug 20, 2010
Love and Sacrifice During the French Revolution
A Tale of Two Cities is a historical romance set before and during the French Revolution. English author Charles Dickens (1812-1870) has woven together an intricate plot, memorable characters, and vivid imagery to create a great story set during tumultuous times. Dickens has also captured the sense of desperation and resentment felt by the French people before and during the French Revolution. In sum, A Tale of Two Cities is a gripping book about love, sacrifice, and unselfishness. Highly recommended.
cigarcamel
May 28, 2009
Love the small Classic hardcover
This was one of the Barnes & Noble Classics in a small hardcover. Great size and nice book.
As for the story, its OK but no classic in my book.
PeachTea
Mar 14, 2009
It is.
It is amazing, it is powerful, it is beautiful. It is daunting, it is worth it. It is incredible. From Sydney to Lucie, the charactres shine. The plot is occasionally difficult to follow, but not in a I Am So Lost sort of way. A definite need-to-read.