Charles Dickens (1812-1870) was the outstanding English novelist of
the Victorian era as well as a vigorous social campaigner.
Dickens's novels were renowned for their vivid and complex
characters, their social commentary, and their portrayal of the
struggles of ordinary people in Victorian England. He was a
passionate advocate for social reform, and used his writing to draw
attention to issues such as poverty, education, and child labor.
His most famous works include Great Expectations, A Tale
of Two Cities, Oliver Twist, Bleak House, Hard
Times, Dombey and Son and The Pickwick
Papers.
John Leech (1817-1864) was a British illustrator and
caricaturist. He was best known for his work for Punch, a
humorous magazine combining political satire and light social
comedy. He is also recognised for his illustrations in Charles
Dickens' A Christmas Carol.
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