David Copperfield

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The story follows David, who faces a tumultuous childhood marked by the loss of his father and the cruelty of his stepfather. Sent away to live with a housekeeper's family, he later returns home only to endure more hardship. At a boarding school, he befriends James Steerforth, leading to a series of adventures. After a brief marriage ends in tragedy, David grapples with moving on while questioning if his true love will reciprocate his feelings. Themes of friendship, love, and resilience are central to his journey.