Book details
Dickens-Land
Description
Excerpt from Dickens-Land Between the very small and not-over-particularly taken-care-of boy and the strong, self-reliant man whose fame had filled two continents, Gadshill Place was an immediate link. Everyone knows the story which Dickens tells of a vision of his former self meeting him on the road to Canterbury. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Age
11-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
92 pages
Why to read
- Historical Insight: 'Dickens-Land' offers readers a detailed exploration of the places and settings that influenced the life and works of Charles Dickens, providing historical context and deeper understanding of one of the most celebrated authors in English literature.
- Cultural Enrichment: By reading 'Dickens-Land', individuals can immerse themselves in the culture and society of Victorian England, gaining insights into the social issues and everyday life that shaped Dickens's storytelling and the era he lived in.
- Literary Appreciation: Fans of Charles Dickens will appreciate the way John Arnold Nicklin delves into the environments that inspired iconic novels. This book can enhance readers' appreciation of Dickens's literary genius and the vivid settings he created in his works.
- Travel Inspiration: For those who enjoy literary tourism, 'Dickens-Land' serves as a travel guide to the real-life locations behind Dickens's fictional worlds. It can inspire readers to visit these places and experience the connection between literature and landscape firsthand.