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Dickens (1901) is a biography written by Adolphus William Ward about the life and works of Charles Dickens, one of the most celebrated and influential writers of the Victorian era. The book provides a comprehensive account of Dickens' life, from his early years as a struggling journalist to his rise to fame as a prolific author of novels such as Oliver Twist, Great Expectations, and A Tale of Two Cities. Ward explores the various aspects of Dickens' personality, including his literary genius, his social activism, his personal relationships, and his struggles with mental health. The book also delves into the historical and cultural context of Dickens' works, examining how they reflected the social and political issues of his time. Overall, Dickens (1901) is a fascinating and insightful portrait of one of the most iconic figures in English literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.