A Tale of Two Cities

5b  Charles Dickens First, American Edition Philadelphia 1859

  Illustrations integrated into the text. 

Notes

A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens is a historical novel set during the tumultuous period of the French Revolution. The story contrasts life in London and Paris, exploring themes of love, sacrifice, justice, and resurrection. Central to the plot is the plight of Charles Darnay, a French aristocrat who rejects his family's oppressive legacy, and Sydney Carton, a disillusioned English lawyer who finds redemption through an act of profound self-sacrifice. Dickens masterfully weaves personal and political drama, capturing the chaos and hope of a world in upheaval while delivering a poignant commentary on the human condition.

Description

Brown deboss in an early casing, clear dust jacket, intact, very good condition.