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The Formative Years of Charles Dickens
This chapter explores the early life of Charles Dickens against the backdrop of 19th-century England's socio-economic challenges. It examines his tumultuous childhood, including his family's financial instability and the harsh realities he faced working in a factory, which deeply influenced his literary themes. The narrative highlights the stark contrasts between Dickens' rural upbringing and the gritty urban life of London, shaping his empathy for the working class and understanding of societal disparities.
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