Charles Dickens

Charles John Huffam Dickens was an English novelist of the Victorian era. During his lifetime Dickens was very popular, his works serialized in weekly magazines and their chapters eagerly awaited by readers. Considered one of the English language’s greatest writers, he was deeply concerned about social issues and these are major themes in his works. Some of his more popular titles include Great Expectations, A Tale of Two Cities, and A Christmas Carol. As a testament to his popularity, his works have never been out of print.