Large Print - A Tale of Two Cities, Volume 1 of 2 - Grand Type Collector's Edition - Matte Hardcover with Dust Jacket (A Tale of Two Cities, Large Print Multi-Volume Set, Band 1) - Hardcover

Dickens, Charles

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1834122929 ISBN 13: 9781834122922

Verlag: Grand Type Classics, 2025

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Volume One of TwoExperience timeless classics like never before in this Grand Type Collector's Edition

With clear, easy-to-read formatting, this edition is designed for readers who prefer or require larger text without sacrificing the excitement of the original.

Large Print Features:

• 18-point font: Generously sized text for maximum readability and comfort.
• Sans-serif font: Clean, modern typeface designed to reduce visual strain.
• Italics are bolded: Important emphasis is maintained without thin, hard-to-see lettering.
• Easy-to-read line lengths: Shorter rows of text (under 45 characters per line) make reading smoother and less tiring.

Volume One of Two

Set against the turmoil of the French Revolution, A Tale of Two Cities follows an exiled French aristocrat and a weary English lawyer whose lives become bound by fate, sacrifice, and love. As the revolution engulfs Paris and echoes through London, the two men navigate the perilous divide between justice and vengeance. Through acts of profound courage and unexpected redemption, Dickens weaves a powerful narrative that explores the enduring strength of compassion amidst the cruelty of chaos.

First published in 1859, Charles Dickens' masterpiece remains one of literature's most moving portrayals of sacrifice and social upheaval. With Paris and London serving as twin symbols of violence and virtue, Dickens examines the devastating consequences of inequality and the possibility of renewal through selflessness. Blending gripping historical drama with deep moral insight, A Tale of Two Cities continues to resonate as a timeless reflection on humanity's capacity for both destruction and grace.

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Charles Dickens, born in 1812 in Portsmouth, England, became a major figure in Victorian literature, known for his vivid characters and social critiques. Hardships in his youth, including his father's imprisonment, forced him into factory work-a defining experience influencing his later novels. Rising to fame with The Pickwick Papers, Dickens used his works to spotlight poverty and social issues.Throughout his career, Dickens's serialized novels, like Oliver Twist and Great Expectations, captivated readers with cliffhangers and memorable portrayals of London's marginalized. His blend of humor and criticism made him beloved and impactful.In later years, Dickens gained popularity through reading tours and continued writing prolifically. His influence transcended literature, and "Dickensian" became synonymous with grim social realities. Dickens's works remain timeless, inspiring adaptations and resonating across generations.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Grand Type Classics
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2025
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1834122929
• ISBN 13: 9781834122922
• Einband: Gebundene Ausgabe
• Anzahl der Seiten: 584
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