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The dark side of Dickens

History Extra podcast

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The Literary Agent and Biography of Dickens

Explore the close bond between Charles Dickens and John Forster, from their work as literary agent and client to Forster's role as Dickens's biographer after his death. Uncover the controversial aspects of Dickens's personal life and the unexpected revelations of his secret affair.

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