Dickens and the Business of Death

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This comprehensive study delves into how Dickens's fiction reflects and interacts with Victorian perceptions of death. It examines his narratives' engagement with societal attitudes, revealing how he both responded to and utilized these views in his storytelling. By analyzing various works, the book uncovers the intricate relationship between Dickens's characters and the cultural context of mortality in the Victorian era, offering fresh insights into his literary legacy.