Bibliography: Dickens, Charles. A Tale of Two Cities. New York: Signet Classic/Penguin Books USA, 1980.
A Tale of Two Cities is an intriguing story that depicts humans in their social and political battles. The story takes place in eighteenth century England and France, and describes the effects of the French and American Revolutions. In the beginning, Lucie Manette marries Charles Darnay, a criminal and traitor to England. Later, Darnay travels to Paris and is arrested, and is released by the Lucie’s father’s efforts. On the other hand, Sydney Carton another admirer of Lucie follows her to Paris; eventually, Carton discovers that Lucie will soon be a victim of murder, and manages to send her away. Lucie is accidentally shot dead by her own maid, Carton is guillotined, and Darnay returns to England. In the A Tale of Two Cities, the themes expressed by Dickens show his belief in the possibility of resurrection and transformation in the European society. In the......
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