The lost world of Dickens’ London
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Dickens' Depiction of London's Slums and Dens of Thieves
This chapter explores Charles Dickens' depiction of the less salubrious locations in London, discussing whether his vision of the underworld was based on reality or a middle-class fantasy. It delves into Dickens' personal visits to these areas and the blurring between authentic and inauthentic slums in the 19th century.
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