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By far one of the best of Dickens's work. The precocious nature of young Copperfield is noteworthy. It inspires us to face our problems with maturity and move on in life ,looking forward towards a better tomorrow. The words of Mrs Strong were particularly strong and very true, "There can be no disparity in marriage,like unsuitability of mind and purpose". Among the characters which I loved, David's aunt was the best. David came to her with the hope of being rescued from his despicable conditio ...more
When I was in highs school, all those years ago, I went on a Charles Dickens kick and read everything I could get my hands on. Although I read Great Expectations first, this was really the book that made me love his writing.
People in dire circumstances and these strange quirky characters with the bit of romance thrown in were so appealing to my adolescent mind.
I'm sure I should go back and revisit them, but there are just so many other things to read. ...more
People in dire circumstances and these strange quirky characters with the bit of romance thrown in were so appealing to my adolescent mind.
I'm sure I should go back and revisit them, but there are just so many other things to read. ...more
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