Dickens, Charles

Barnaby Rudge (Wordsworth Classics)

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ISBN 13:: 9781853267390
author:: Dickens, Charles
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Wordsworth Editions
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1998
Pages:: 672
Genre:: 19th century fiction
Condition:: New
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Barnaby Rudge is a vivid historical and political novel by Charles Dickens, set against the backdrop of the infamous 'No Popery' riots in 1780. The novel targets prejudice, intolerance, and nationalistic fervour, exploring the complex relationships between individuals and society. Dickens weaves together a tale of a long-unsolved murder, a romance involving forbidden love, treachery, and heroism, and a cast of memorably strange, comic, and grotesque characters. This intense account of the riots is intertwined with the mysterious narrative, creating a rich and complex story. The novel's exploration of human nature and the consequences of societal tensions remains relevant today, making Barnaby Rudge a thought-provoking and engaging read.

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