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The latest volume in the Literature and Life series, which features British writers, is an insightful discourse on Dickens. Although ample studies exist and continue to be written on both the novels and the man, Murray satisfactorily achieves an accessible overview of the writer's life and work, of "what Dickens loved--and what he loathed." Combining critical commentary with astute observations on the well-documented paradoxes existing within Dickens' personality, Murray's biography proves very readable as a reliable introduction to the dominant themes of Dickens' much celebrated fiction, and a stimulating inquiry into the foremost concerns fueling Dickens' creative genius. Alice Joyce

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews   Student of the master, January 14, 2004 By A Customer I am a student at Loyola College in Maryland and had Dr. Murray as a writing teacher. There is no denying this man's genius and incredible insight. He is so well-versed on a variety of topics and a simple conversation with him can leave you better educated. Pick up this book to learn what true learning is.  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this) Share your thoughts with other customers:  › See all customer reviews...		Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews