Charles Dickens | A Very Dickens Christmas | 3
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Dickens: Illness, Infidelity, and Emotional Turmoil
This chapter examines the impact of Little Dora's illness on her family against the backdrop of high child mortality in Victorian London. It also explores Charles Dickens's turbulent personal life, focusing on his complex relationship with his wife, Catherine, and the young actress Nellie Turnen, revealing themes of emotional abuse and societal expectations. Additionally, it contrasts Dickens's literary achievements with the darker realities of his personal relationships, highlighting the tension between his public persona and private struggles.
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