Charles Dickens' Leben (1873)

Charles Dickens' Leben (1873) by Forster, John is a biographical book that explores the life of the famous English author, Charles Dickens. The book was written by Dickens' close friend and literary advisor, John Forster, and was first published in 1873, two years after Dickens' death.The book covers the major events in Dickens' life, from his childhood in Portsmouth to his rise to literary fame in London. It delves into his personal life, including his marriage, his relationships with his family, and his struggles with depression.Forster also examines Dickens' writing process and the inspiration behind some of his most famous works, such as Oliver Twist and A Tale of Two Cities. He provides detailed accounts of Dickens' public readings and performances, which were hugely popular during his lifetime.Throughout the book, Forster draws on his personal relationship with Dickens to provide insights into his character and motivations. He also includes excerpts from Dickens' own letters and journals, as well as quotes from his contemporaries, to provide a comprehensive and nuanced portrait of the author.Overall, Charles Dickens' Leben (1873) by Forster, John is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the life and works of one of the greatest writers in English literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.