Oliver Twist

A gripping portrayal of London's dark criminal underbelly.The novel contains many classic Dickensian themes - grinding poverty desperation fear temptation and the eventual triumph of good in the face of great adversity.Born into a life of impoverishment orphaned at birth Oliver Twist begins his life in a workhouse. Apprenticed to Mr. Sowerberry he flees to London on being beaten.What happens as he meets Jack Dawkins goes to work with him without knowing the nature of work and istaken to the police when mistaken for a thief?Follow Oliver Twist as he strives to overcome the miserable conditions of the mid-19th century lower class and searches for an identity.Centered round the rise of capitalism and industrial revolution Dickens’ Oliver Twist is a notable example of a social novel. Adapted into numerous art forms it continues to remain a classic sensation.For any reader wishing to delve into the works of the great Victorian literary colossus Oliver Twist is without doubt an essential title.