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Charles Dickens (7 February 1812 – 9 June 1870) was an English writer and social critic. He created some of the world’s best-known fictional characters and is regarded by many as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era.
Life and Career
He was born on 7 February 1812 in Portsmouth. and spent much of his childhood in poverty. Despite these difficult circumstances, he received a decent education and went on to become a successful journalist and writer.
His first major success as a writer was the publication of “The Pickwick Papers” in 1836, which was followed by a string of highly popular novels, including “Oliver Twist,” “Nicholas Nickleby,” “David Copperfield,” “A Tale of Two Cities,” and “Great Expectations.” These works, which are still widely read today, are known for their vivid characterizations, social commentary, and sense of humor.
Throughout his career, Dickens was a tireless advocate for social justice and used his writing to shine a light on the inequalities and injustices of Victorian society. He was a popular public speaker and often gave lectures and readings from his works, which were highly attended and well received.
Despite his success, Dickens had a troubled personal life, including a troubled marriage and several extramarital affairs. He died on 9 June 1870 at the age of 58 and is remembered as one of the greatest writers in the English language, and an important figure in the history of English literature.
Award and Legacy
Charles Dickens was one of the most celebrated writers of the Victorian era, and his work has had a lasting impact on the world of literature. Despite his lifetime, he received few formal awards, but his work was widely recognized and celebrated in his own time.
Today, Dickens is widely considered one of the greatest writers in the English language, and his legacy continues to influence writers and artists around the world. Many of his novels, including “Oliver Twist,” “David Copperfield,” and “A Tale of Two Cities,” are considered literary classics and are still widely read and studied.
In recognition of his contribution to literature, Dickens’ life and works have been the subject of numerous biographies, critical studies, and adaptations for stage, screen, and radio. He is also honored by several institutions and organizations, including the Charles Dickens Museum in London, and the annual Charles Dickens Festival in his birthplace of Portsmouth, England.
His legacy continues to inspire new generations of writers and readers, and his work remains an important part of the literary canon, recognized for its vivid characters, memorable stories, and powerful social commentary.
On 7 February 2012, Google Doodle celebrated Charles Dickens’ 200th Birthday.