Tag: book-review
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Dickens, Grief and Christmas.
Christmas remains one of the most cherished times of the year. We all eagerly await a season of twinkling lights, colourful presents and mouth-watering roast turkey. It is a time of goodwill, when we make a conscious effort to be that little bit nicer, kinder or caring to those around us. But there is another…
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A Millennial’s Guide to Reading Dickens
For some people, reading a great classic novel such as Oliver Twist or Great Expectations comes easily. The writing style of Charles Dickens is amazing. His stories are vivid and descriptive, often sassy and sarcastic. There is certainly a reason why the work of Dickens continues to be enjoyed almost 200 years after it was…