Charles Dickens
Hard Times
- ISBN 13:
- 9780007449941
- author:
- Charles Dickens
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- William Collins
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 17.8 x 11 x 2.8 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Classics, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Set in a fictional town during the Industrial Revolution, Hard Times is a satirical novel that explores the social and moral implications of a mechanized society. Charles Dickens examines the stark contrast between the lives of the wealthy and the poor, highlighting the ruthless and uncharitable nature of those in power.
The story follows the Gradgrind siblings, Louisa and Tom, as they navigate their lives under the influence of their pragmatic father's teachings. As they grow up, they lead lives marked by a lack of emotion and compassion, ultimately leading to unhappy pairings and tragic consequences.
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