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Dickens in Ohio: The Neglected Story
Paperback
Literary Figures19th Century United States HistoryMidwest
Publisher Price: $15.99
Publisher: Palmetto Publishing
Published: Feb 25 2025
Pages: 178
Weight: 0.54
Height: 0.41 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Unveiling Dickens's Overlooked Ohio Sojourn: Revealing the Intersection of Nineteenth Century USA's Microcosm and the World's Most Renowned Novelist
This compelling narrative sheds light on a scarcely studied chapter in the life of Charles Dickens, the esteemed author who held the world's rapt attention in the 19th century. The book, Dickens in Ohio, meticulously explores Dickens's brief yet insightful visit to Ohio in April 1842, a journey largely unexplored in the annals of literary history.
Author Jerome utilizes a wealth of resources to weave a fascinating tale. Drawing from Dickens's own writings in American Notes for General Circulation, G.W. Putnam's 1870 article in The Atlantic, and Norman Page's A Dickens Chronology (1988), Jerome successfully builds a case for the significance of Dickens's Ohio visit. The result is a riveting account that unearths the profound impact of this intersection between the world-renowned novelist and the state that was, at the time, a true representation of American society in the nineteenth century.
Dickens in Ohio is more than just a biographical account; it serves as a microcosm of the United States in the 19th century, capturing the zeitgeist of the time period and offering a fresh perspective on Dickens's experiences. Jerome's exploration reveals how Dickens's journey through Ohio shaped his world view, influenced his writings, and deepened his understanding of American society.
Enthralling and meticulously researched, this book provides an illuminating look into a little-known episode in the life of one of the world's most celebrated authors. It delves into the heart of 19th-century American society, offering valuable insights into the cultural, social, and political milieu of the time.
Dickens in Ohio is a must-read for those interested in going beyond the surface of Dickens's life and works, immersing themselves in an engaging exploration of his intersection with the emblematic American state of Ohio. This book promises to leave readers with a deeper understanding of Dickens, Ohio, and the broader American landscape of the mid-19th century.
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