Today in history – February 7: In 1812, Charles Dickens, considered the greatest writer of the Victorian period, was born in Portsmouth, England.
The author of such novels as “Great Expectations,” “Oliver Twist” and “A Christmas Carol” was widely acclaimed not only for his writing but also for his attacks on social evils, injustice, and hypocrisy. Dickens’ novels remain popular today — with at least 180 motion pictures and TV adaptations based on his works. He died in 1870.
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