Hard Times
Charles Dickens
Aug 2024 · Interactive Media · Narrated by James Harrington
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"Hard Times" by Charles Dickens vividly portrays the stark realities of life in the industrial town of Coketown. Through the lives of Thomas Gradgrind, a staunch advocate of facts and utilitarianism, and his children Louisa and Tom, Dickens examines the dehumanizing effects of industrialization and rigid education. Interwoven with the struggles of mill workers and the contrasting world of compassionate circus folk, this novel critiques a society driven by profit and devoid of imagination and empathy.
About the author
Charles Dickens, the iconic 19th-century British novelist, remains a literary colossus renowned for his vivid storytelling and compelling characters. His masterful narratives bring to life the complex social fabric of Victorian England, weaving tales that resonate with timeless themes of justice, compassion, and human resilience. With an unparalleled ability to capture the human condition, Dickens crafts tales that enchant and captivate, offering a window into an era of societal change, moral dilemmas, and the human spirit's enduring quest for hope and redemption.
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