A Tale of Two Cities
By Charles Dickens
- Release Date: 2000-01-01
- Genre: Fiction & Literature
Description
The novel depicts the plight of the French peasantry demoralised by the French aristocracy in the years leading up to the revolution, the corresponding brutality demonstrated by the revolutionaries toward the former aristocrats in the early years of the revolution, and many unflattering social parallels with life in London during the same time period. It follows the lives of several characters through these events.
Reviews
Classic for sure
5By Jon and KateThere is a reason it’s a classic. If only men could use words so eloquently today.A Tale of Two Cities
2By Big Head 39Takes too long to get into anything interesting. Dickens has a way of over describing the minute and then sort of glossing over major happenings. His style just doesn’t work for me.A tale of two American justice systems
4By elpasoerickpI was a victims of police brutality in my teenage years. The honor English courses I was taking at the time were forever lost in the middle of this book. It was so strange to read this-with such parallels in my hardship. To relive and unlock my mind and soul. Pray for me that I died and was resurrected.Compelling
5By W. Grey ChampionI’m bereft whenever I finish a Dickens novel, but bless the man’s prodigiousness! This classic is a spellbinding tale of the French Revolution. I thought Dickens would follow the fugitives to safe shores in the end and perhaps reveal why Carton and Darnay looked so alike- was Sydney the bastard son of Darnay's father or uncle? It’s long- but not long enough!Thank you for the free book!
5By AlsoNotBornYesterdayThank you for the free book!A Tale of Two Cities
5By Tulip AdmirerA well presented, sobering story set in a troublesome time in history — showing us the breadth of the capabilities of mankind, from massive depravity to selfless actions of a few who put others above themselves. Makes one think about the present world and how we each can see how choices in the pathways of life shape who we are and what we become.My favorite book of all time
5By 68blackAmazingGreat
5By Environmently FriendlyThis book is very useful for me.C
5By ddjsjsjssjksSdBeautiful
5By nickel.ouaisThis piece of historical fiction captured my heart. Resurrection, redemption, and rising up for the repressed during an age of revolution. A powerful story with a meaningful ending, as well as unique and lovable characters. Sydney Carton, you have my whole heart.Classic and beautiful
5By SdkbThere are a lot of challenging words to get through but if you persevere, the story is a beautiful oneClassic for a reason
5By DocOmahaQuintessential Dickensian twists, turns, and interweaving of characters wrapped up with a perfect conclusion. Frequently brought tears to my eyes.Starts off slow, finishes brilliantly
5By RickPutnumReading the first half of this novel, you may wonder what is all the hype about this classic?! But Dickens is a master of slow and steady. He starts off with the separate stories of ~10 vaguely interesting characters. But keep reading. Slowly, the stories of characters become intertwined in a way that you could not have imagined. And keep reading. By the end he has knitted them together into one marvelous masterpiece of a story. Simply, wow.Good
2By lady bird 10GoodThe Tale of Two Cities.
5By GTATS1I have been reading books for over 70 years, and have read this one five times. It is my favorite book of all time. Each reading brings new insights.A Tale of Two Cities
5By LolosLifeI thought this was difficult to read in the beginning, it took me some time to find my way. But I kept on reading because the reviews were all excellent. I found it helpful to read the Spark Notes along with the original version as it clarified what I had just read. The end is amazing, it is a work of art, truly a tale worth telling, the human spirit always prevails!Tail of Two Cities
5By Geezer MeI first read this book when I was a sophomore in high school, so many years ago. It didn't register much with me then. After recently traveled to London and Paris, I decided to read the story again. Having now been and seen places and things mentioned in the story, I could picture all of this in my mind. It brought life to the story for me.So timely
5By savvydudeThank you, Mr. Dickens, for an amazing ride.J. Cole brought me here...
5By AngelHernandez206That is all.
