A Dickens of a Christmas DVD

If only one writer had to be picked to represent the 19th Century it would have to be Dickens. Much of the reason for this would have to do with his fascination with its figures across the social spectrum his indignation at its hypocrisy and exploitation and his warmth towards the humble and the compassionate of his time. But it would also have to do with the fact that he was instrumental in defining Christmas for all of us for all time. Charles Dickens' London - Life: We visit the locations that went to form the imagination of Dickens the sites of the prisons and... the workplaces of the poor the Inns of Court and the Houses of Parliament the theatres and the auditoria where he gave his hugely successful readings the museums and the churches... all the key sites pertaining to this literary genius are woven together to create an unforgettable portrait of Dickens' life. Christmas & A Christmas Carol: In Christmas 1843 a small book was published titled 'A Christmas Carol' that was to permanently change the face of Christmas. 'Christmas & A Christmas Carol' traces the story of the great seasonal feast from its origins in Nordic mid-winter celebrations through the advance of Christianity and up to the present day. [show more]

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