A tale of two cities : authoritative text, contexts, criticism
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A tale of two cities : authoritative text, contexts, criticism
(Norton critical editions)
W.W. Norton, c2020
- : pbk
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Bibliography: p. 393-395
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This Norton Critical Edition includes:
The first edition of the novel (1859) accompanied by twenty-seven illustrations, from original images by Halbot Knight Browne ("Phiz") to cartoons from The Simpsons.
An expansive introduction and detailed explanatory annotations by Robert Douglas-Fairhurst.
Thematically organised contextual materials designed to promote classroom discussion. Topics include "Dickens on France and the French", "Revolution and Aftermath", "Living Graves", "Learning French", "The Composition of A Tale of Two Cities" and "Theatrical Versions".
Fourteen major critical assessments of A Tale of Two Cities: five contemporary reviews and nine modern essays.
A chronology and a selected bibliography.
by "Nielsen BookData"