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Charles Dickens: A Tale of Two Cities - Unabridged Original Edition (Novelaris Classics) - cover

Charles Dickens: A Tale of Two Cities - Unabridged Original Edition (Novelaris Classics)

Charles Dickens

Publisher: Novelaris Publishing

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Summary

Charles Dickens' "A Tale of Two Cities" unfolds in the vibrant streets of Paris and London in 1775. When Charles Darnay leaves his noble French heritage behind to build a modest life in England, he finds love with the radiant Lucie Manette. But his newfound happiness is threatened when the French Revolution erupts, and only the troubled lawyer Sydney Carton, who bears an uncanny resemblance to Darnay, holds the key to salvation. A masterful story of courage, love, and sacrifice against the dramatic backdrop of history.
Available since: 01/29/2025.
Print length: 270 pages.

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