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Charles Dickens (1812-1870) stands as a literary colossus of the Victorian era, renowned for his adept storytelling, memorable characters, and profound social commentary. His early life was marked by hardship, as he was forced to leave school and work in a blacking factory due to his family's financial difficulties. This experience of child labor and the injustices of the period would shape much of his later work. As a writer, Dickens began his career as a journalist and then transitioned into fiction. His first novel, 'The Pickwick Papers,' published in 1836, achieved unprecedented fame, setting the stage for a series of works that would etch his name into literary history. Over his career, Dickens wrote numerous classics, such as 'Oliver Twist,' 'A Christmas Carol,' 'David Copperfield,' 'Great Expectations,' and 'Bleak House,' showcasing his gift for realism, satire, and sharp social criticism. His novels often explored themes of poverty, industrialization, and the plight of the underprivileged in 19th-century England. Dickens's mastery of prose, his vivid imagination, and his endless empathy have rendered his works timeless, continuing to be read and cherished well into the 21st century. His collection 'Classics for Christmas' embodies the spirit of the season and exemplifies his enduring legacy as a storyteller whose works capture the essence of humanity.
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