Title/Author A Tale of Two Cities / Charles Dickens Date...

Title/Author: A Tale of Two Cities / Charles Dickens Date of Publication/Genre:1859 / Historical Fiction Biographical information about the author: Charles Dickens was (and remains) one of the most popular authors of all time. Many of his novels, including this one, has never gone out of print. He has been praised for his intricacy and realism. Historical information on the period of publication: This is a time post both French and American revolution, although conflict still exists in France at this time. Unification of Romania occurs in January. Origin of Species published by Darwin. Slight political conflict with Wales and Queensland in Great Britan. Harpers Ferry event in the United States. Characteristics of the genre: In†¦show more content†¦Defarge reveals that he has kept Doctor Manette safe for 18 years. They pick up some more people along the way to the bastille, where they free Doctor Manette. They soon find out that he has gone insane in the prison cell, where his only activity is making shoes. Mr. Lorry convinces Lucie that her care can bring Doctor Manette back to normal. Luckily, he is right. The date fast forwards about 5 years. Much has occurred in the two cities. The situation is calming down in England, and the French conflict increases intensity. Charles Darnay, a new character, is being accused of treason against the British throne. Sidney Carton, a somewhat crooked lawyer, explains that he looks a lot like the defendant, which shows that the prosecution failed to identify the right man as the spy. Darnay is freed and the two go to a bar for drinks. It is clear that Carton is a drunk at this point. they talk about Lucy and her father, and Carton reveals that Darnay is like a version of himself gone right. Darnay does not possesses the flaws (alcoholism, corruptness, etc.) that he does. It is clear that there is resentment between the two. The setting switches in the next chapter. The reader now follows the Marquis Everemonde as he lives a life of luxury, in stark contrast to the impoverished lives of the poor around him. He is on his way into the country. In his carriage he kills a boy by running overShow MoreRelatedA Tale Of Two Cities By Charles Dickens816 Words   |  4 PagesTitle: A Tale of Two Cities Author’s Name: Charles Dickens Date of Publication: 1859 Genre: Historical fiction Characteristics of the genre the work does/doesn’t meet Setting: Major characters: Sydney Carton: In the beginning of the story, he is uncaring and an alcoholic attorney that has no goal in life, until he meets Lucie Manette. After his encounter with Lucie, Sydney becomes a compassionate person. Madame Defarge: Doctor Manette: Charles Darnay:courage Lucie Manette: She is a young womanRead MoreOrganisational Theory230255 Words   |  922 Pageshighly relevant for understanding contemporary organizational dilemmas. The book engages in an imaginative way with a wealth of organizational concepts and theories as well as provides insightful examples from the practical world of organizations. The authors’ sound scholarship and transparent style of writing set the book apart, making it an ingenious read which invites reflexivity, criticalness and plurality of opinion from the audience. This is a book that will become a classic in organization studies