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Author : Charles Dickens

Charles John Huffam Dickens (1812-1870) was a renowned novelist and social critic, celebrated as one of the greatest writers of the Victorian era. His enduring characters and vivid storytelling captured the imagination of readers during his lifetime and continue to resonate with audiences today. Despite facing a challenging childhood that forced him into factory work, Dickens overcame his lack of formal education to become a prolific author, publishing 15 novels, numerous short stories, and non-fiction works, while also championing social reform and children’s rights. His iconic works, such as *A Christmas Carol*, *Oliver Twist*, and *Great Expectations*, reflect his keen social awareness and masterful narrative style. Dickens's legacy endures, with his name synonymous with the struggles of the underprivileged and the complexities of 19th-century life. He passed away on June 9, 1870, leaving behind a profound impact on literature and social thought.