The Sentimental Journey: A Life Of Charles Dickens

The Sentimental Journey: A Life of Charles Dickens is a biographical book written by Hugh Kingsmill. It provides a comprehensive account of the life of the renowned Victorian author, Charles Dickens. The book delves into the personal and professional life of Dickens, exploring his early years, his rise to fame, and his literary legacy.Kingsmill provides a detailed analysis of Dickens' works, including his most famous novels such as Oliver Twist, David Copperfield, and Great Expectations. He also examines the social and political context of Dickens' writing, highlighting the author's commitment to social justice and his critique of Victorian society.The book draws on a range of primary sources, including Dickens' personal letters, diaries, and manuscripts, as well as contemporary accounts of his life and work. Kingsmill's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book an enjoyable read for both scholars and general readers.Overall, The Sentimental Journey: A Life of Charles Dickens is a fascinating and insightful biography of one of the most important writers of the 19th century, offering a valuable contribution to our understanding of Dickens' life, work, and legacy.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.