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Common threads that appear in several Charles Dickens books reveal the author's preoccupations and highlight his social commentary.

Charles Dickens (1812-1870) was an English novelist who wrote many great works including Oliver Twist, A Christmas Carol, A Tale of Two Cities, and Great Expectations.

Many centuries ago a Roman basilica and forum stood here. This was the place to meet and discuss business, and to buy and sell goods. That tradition remains today.

Despite gloomy predictions about the railways, Turner's Rain Steam and Speed used an optimistic painterly language to depict the new mode of travel.

Charles Dickens' use of iron gall ink threatened the existence of his manuscripts.