Publisher's Synopsis
A Tale of Two Cities is a historical novel written by Charles Dickens, first published in 1859. The story is set in the late 18th century and follows the lives of two men, Charles Darnay and Sydney Carton, who are alike in appearance but vastly different in their personalities and circumstances. Darnay is a French aristocrat who renounces his title and moves to England, while Carton is a drunken lawyer who has given up on life. The novel is set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, and it explores themes of love, sacrifice, and redemption. The plot is driven by the intertwined fates of the two men and their relationships with the people around them, including Lucie Manette, a young Frenchwoman who becomes the object of their affection. The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of the chaos and violence of the Revolution, as well as its memorable characters and themes. It is considered one of Dickens' greatest works and a masterpiece of English literature.It was the Best of Times. It was the Worst of Times.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
