THE THEORETICAL STUDY OF CHARLES DICKENS’S WORKS
Keywords:
Keywords: Charles Dickens, realism, social criticism, humanism, literary theory, narrative style, moral philosophyAbstract
Abstract. This paper examines the works of Charles Dickens through a
theoretical lens, focusing on realism, social criticism, and moral humanism. Dickens’s
novels have been analyzed from various theoretical perspectives, including moral
philosophy, narrative theory, and psychological criticism. Using examples from Oliver
Twist, A Tale of Two Cities, and David Copperfield, this study explores how Dickens
combines realistic depiction with moral imagination to represent the social and
emotional struggles of nineteenth-century England. The research also considers the
symbolic and linguistic dimensions of his writing, emphasizing his contribution to
literary realism and social reform. The findings highlight that Dickens’s fiction serves
not only as artistic expression but also as a theoretical model for understanding
humanity, society, and ethics.
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