9780749307646: Barnaby Rudge

Synopsis

Dickens's historical novel set in the London of the Gordon Riots. At the centre of the novel is the villain Hugh, a figure of disturbing force. This edition contains an introduction by Peter Ackroyd.

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Review

Barnaby, the vulnerable man-child, prompts some of Dickens's finest writing. Overall, however, it's not one of his best novels, although Sean Barrett's magical voice somehow persuades you that it is. --Rachel Redford, The Observer

Book Description

Dickens's first historical novel is a thrilling tale of murder, treachery and forbidden love with rioting mob scenes to make your hair stand on end.

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