Charles Dickens: The Man, The Novels, The Victorian Age

By Lucinda Hawksley

This biography, written by a direct descendant of Charles Dickens, is the definitive illustrated guide to the author and his work.

Written by Charles Dickens' great-great-great granddaughter, this illustrated biography--with more than 20 images from his personal archive--delves deeply into the author's private life, and reveals how he created some of the world's most beloved novels. It follows Dickens from early childhood, including his time as a child laborer, and his journey to becoming the greatest celebrity of his age. Lucinda Dickens Hawksley takes an intimate look at what he was like as a husband, a father, a friend, and an employer; his longing to be an actor; his travels across North America; his year living in Italy; and his great love of France. In addition to Dickens himself, readers meet his fascinating family and his astonishing circle of friends--and will discover how real-life events and personalities were woven into his art.

Reissue, with previously removable documents now printed on the page.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0233006052
• ISBN13: 9780233006055
• Release Date: February 2020
• Publisher: Andre Deutsch
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 1.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.7" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 14 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 9 and higher