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Synopsis
The Adventures of Oliver Twist is a novel written by Charles Dickens and first published in 1838. The story follows the life of a young orphan boy named Oliver Twist, who is born into poverty and raised in a workhouse. After being sold into apprenticeship to an undertaker, Oliver runs away and eventually finds himself in the hands of a gang of pickpockets led by the infamous Fagin. Along the way, Oliver encounters a host of memorable characters, including the kind-hearted Mr. Brownlow, the villainous Bill Sikes, and the tragic Nancy. The novel is a social commentary on the harsh realities of life in 19th century England, particularly the plight of the poor and the exploitation of children. Through Oliver's story, Dickens highlights the corruption and cruelty of the criminal justice system, the hypocrisy of the wealthy and powerful, and the importance of compassion and kindness. The Adventures of Oliver Twist is widely regarded as one of Dickens' greatest works and has been adapted into numerous stage plays, films, and television shows. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its timeless themes and vivid characters.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1891 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.