A Tale of Two Cities (A Norton Critical Edition)

Dickens, Charles; Fairhurst, Robert-Douglas (Ed.)

ISBN 10: 0393264238 / ISBN 13: 9780393264234

Published by W· W· Norton & Company, U.S.A., 2020

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Synopsis:

This Norton Critical Edition includes: The first edition of the novel (1859) accompanied by twenty-seven illustrations, from original images by Halbot Knight Browne (“Phiz”) to cartoons from The Simpsons. An expansive introduction and detailed explanatory annotations by Robert Douglas-Fairhurst. Thematically organised contextual materials designed to promote classroom discussion. Topics include “Dickens on France and the French”, “Revolution and Aftermath”, “Living Graves”, “Learning French”, “The Composition of A Tale of Two Cities” and “Theatrical Versions”. Fourteen major critical assessments of A Tale of Two Cities: five contemporary reviews and nine modern essays. A chronology and a selected bibliography.

About the Authors: Charles Dickens (1812-1870) is one of the most acclaimed and popular writers of all time. His many works include the classics The Old Curiosity Shop, Oliver Twist, Nicholas Nickleby, Barnaby Rudge, A Christmas Carol, A Tale of Two Cities, David Copperfield, Great Expectations, Bleak House, Hard Times, Our Mutual Friend, The Pickwick Papers and many more.

Douglas-Fairhurst is Professor of English Literature at Oxford University and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature. His books include Becoming Dickens: The Invention of a Novelist and The Story of Alice: Lewis Carroll and the Secret History of Wonderland.

Bibliographic Details

Title: A Tale of Two Cities (A Norton Critical ...
Publisher: W· W· Norton & Company, U.S.A.
Publication Date: 2020
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good Plus
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
Edition: 4th Edition