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Charles Dickens A Biography by Edgar Johnson Volume 2
A Comprehensive Look at Dickens's Later Years
$25.00
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"Charles Dickens: A Biography" by Edgar Johnson is an in-depth two-volume exploration of Charles Dickens, one of literature’s greatest figures. This second volume delves into the later years of Dickens’s life, detailing his creative fervor, personal struggles, and enduring contributions to literature. Johnson illuminates Dickens’s complex relationships, including his tumultuous marriage and affair with Ellen Ternan, set against the backdrop of a demanding career that affected his health. Readers are taken through the creation of classics such as "A Tale of Two Cities," "Great Expectations," and "Our Mutual Friend," while gaining insights into Dickens’s writing process and monumental literary legacy. With a worn cover but overall excellent condition, this 1952 edition is a must-have for collectors and fans alike.