
A TALE OF TWO CITIES (Illustrated Edition)
By Charles DickensLength15h 26m
About this audiobook
In Charles Dickens' masterpiece 'A Tale of Two Cities (Illustrated Edition)', the reader is transported to both London and Paris during the turbulent times of the French Revolution. The novel is written in Dickens' signature style, filled with rich descriptions, complex characters, and intricate plot twists. Through the parallel stories of Charles Darnay and Sydney Carton, Dickens explores themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the consequences of social injustice. The vivid illustrations in this edition further enhance the reader's experience, bringing the setting and characters to life in a new way. 'A Tale of Two Cities' not only provides a gripping narrative but also serves as a commentary on the political and social climate of the time. Charles Dickens, known for his social commentary and memorable characters, drew inspiration for this novel from historical events and his observations of society. His own experiences of poverty and struggles in Victorian England likely fueled his passion for social reform, which is evident in his works. Dickens' meticulous attention to detail and strong narrative voice make 'A Tale of Two Cities' a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today. I recommend 'A Tale of Two Cities (Illustrated Edition)' to readers who appreciate literary masterpieces, historical fiction, and thought-provoking themes. This edition, complete with illustrations, offers a fresh perspective on a classic novel that remains relevant and impactful.
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GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length15 hrs 26 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Emancipated (Historical Novel)
26XVI. Still Knitting
2Preface
27XVII. One Night
3BOOK THE FIRST
28XVIII. Nine Days
4I. The Period
29XIX. An Opinion
5II. The Mail
30XX. A Plea
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6III. The Night Shadows
31XXI. Echoing Footsteps
7IV. The Preparation
32XXII. The Sea Still Rises
8V. The Wine-shop
33XXIII. Fire Rises
9VI. The Shoemaker
34XXIV. Drawn to the Loadstone Rock
10BOOK THE SECOND
35BOOK THE THIRD
11I. Five Years Later
36I. In Secret
12II. A Sight
37II. The Grindstone
13III. A Disappointment
38III. The Shadow
14IV. Congratulatory
39IV. Calm in Storm
15V. The Jackal
40V. The Wood-Sawyer
16VI. Hundreds of People
41VI. Triumph
17VII. Monseigneur in Town
42VII. A Knock at the Door
18VIII. Monseigneur in the Country
43VIII. A Hand at Cards
19IX. The Gorgon's Head
44IX. The Game Made
20X. Two Promises
45X. The Substance of the Shadow
21XI. A Companion Picture
46XI. Dusk
22XII. The Fellow of Delicacy
47XII. Darkness
23XIII. The Fellow of No Delicacy
48XIII. Fifty-two
24XIV. The Honest Tradesman
49XIV. The Knitting Done
25XV. Knitting
50XV. The Footsteps Die Out For Ever