Charles Dickens Biography

A Portrait of Charles Dickens as a Young Experimental Novelist

David Galenson | Posted 01.02.2012

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Like many experimental artists, Dickens never arrived at a single definitive masterpiece that embodied the essence of his contribution: he was an experimental artist who loved process and motion, and who never ceased developing.

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Charles Dickens's Secret Love Affair To Be Portrayed In New BBC Film

Telegraph | Anita Singh | Posted 05.25.2011

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A new film will tell the tragic story of the author's love for Nelly Ternan, an actress with whom he conducted a secret relationship for nearly 15 yea...

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Book Review Roundup

Posted 05.25.2011

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Here's your weekly book review roundup, in case you missed the weekend's reviews in the midst of your food coma. "Family Album", Penelope Lively The ...

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Charles Dickens Biography Gives A Fascinating New Take On Author's Life

The Los Angeles Times | Tim Rutten | Posted 05.25.2011

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[I]f you're looking for just one literary life to give as a gift in this holiday season, you won't go wrong by choosing Michael Slater's " Charles Dic...

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