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Charles Dickens is the best-loved author of England. His books are an important part of our literary heritage. This is because he was one of the great chroniclers of Victorian life and his rich wit and narrative brought home incomparable fame in the literary world. Charles Dickens’s novels are loved around the globe.
He was a prolific writer and if you are confused in selecting his novels then you can use this guide. In this article, we will discuss some of the hit books of Charles Dickens that you should read in your free time.
So what are you waiting for? Let’s begin the topic discussion.
Top 5 Charles Dickens Novels to Read
Here is the list of the top 5 books of Charles Dickens that you must read. So have a look at them and read his creative and interesting stories.
1. Bleak House
If you are looking for the best crime fiction drama then Bleak House is the right book for you. This book is about a tightly plotted murder mystery. The bleak house follows the inheritance case of Jarndyce.
The murder case has been drawn out for generations and the writer introduced the audience to myriad characters from all walks of life. The story then becomes interesting and reveals the plot. In short, it is the best book for people who love crime stories.
2. Oliver Twist
The second amazing book by Charles Dickens on this list is Oliver Twist. It is best for young readers. This book is about the orphaned Oliver Twist who runs away from the workhouse.
Oliver was born in London where he faced a world of crime, unexpected kindness, and unusual friends. The book has more interesting turns that youngsters love to read. So make sure to read it.
3. Great Expectations
The most hit book by Charles Dickens is the Great Expectations. The story opens with a poor orphaned boy Pip. He falls in love with the beautiful upper-class girl Estella.
You might be wondering whether Pip gets his love or not. The mystery does not end here as there are many other questions in the story. To know all the answers read this story yourself and get answers.
4. Hard Times
If you love politics and are looking for a political book then Hard Times is the right book for you. The story of hard times is set in Coketown(an imaginary Town inspired by Preston).
The book has both the social and moral themes that George Bernard Shaw called a “Passionate revolt against the whole industrial order of the modern world”.
This book is a savage mockery of both the economic and social conditions of the time. It also addresses the trade union movement and post-industrial revolution inequality.
It has all the political elements in it that political lovers are looking for. So must read it if you want to read something savage and political to pass time.
5. A Tale of Two Cities
The last book by Charles Dickens on this list is the A Tale of Two Cities. This story is set against the background of the French revolution. It is also a political novel which means it is best for the people who love politics. The story is about Dr. Manetter who is finally reunited with his daughter Lucie after 18 years of wrongful imprisonment in the Bastille. However, when Lucie falls in love with Charles Darney(Who is accused of treason against the English crown) their family equilibrium is thrust into danger once again. Overall this is the story of revenge and sacrifice that most readers love to read. Furthermore, it has amazing twists and turns with engaging questions that keep the audience hooked till the end.
Wrapping It All Up!!!
Charles Dickens’s choice of words is amazing no matter in what context he is writing. His thoughts were not limited to a specific genre as he loves to write on all topics. From the list of his books, you can observe this easily.
His books have a lot of variety and make sure he provides entertainment to people of all generations. This is the reason both youngsters and adults love to read Charles Dickens novels.
If you are new to his books then you should try the ones that we have mentioned above. They have different genres and contain thrill, suspense, and emotions.