Subject: Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870 (Keywords)

Discover the tricks of a literary master in this essential guide to the fictional world of Charles Dickens. From Pickwick to Scrooge, Copperfield to Twist, how did Dickens find the perfect names for his characters? What was Dickens's favourite way of killing his characters? When is a Dickens char...

When Charles was a boy he made up his own adventures. But after a Dickensian twist of fate saw his father go to prison for debt, Charles ended up working in a factory with other children. He worked his way out, trying his hand in a law firm, and then as an actor, before making a name for himself ...

Biographical documentary about celebrated 19th century author Charles Dickens. The programme takes a look back at the life of the man who wrote such classics as 'Oliver Twist', 'Great Expectations' and 'A Christmas Carol'.

Claire Tomalin paints an unforgettable portrait of Dickens, capturing brilliantly the complex character of this great genius.

Claire Tomalin paints an unforgettable portrait of Dickens, capturing brilliantly the complex character of this great genius.

Claire Tomalin paints an unforgettable portrait of Dickens, capturing brilliantly the complex character of this great genius.

Claire Tomalin paints an unforgettable portrait of Dickens, capturing brilliantly the complex character of this great genius.

This long-awaited biography uncovers Dickens the man through the profession in which he excelled. Drawing on a lifetime's study of this prodigiously brilliant figure, Slater explores the personal and emotional life, the high-profile public activities, the relentless travel, and the productivity o...