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The Personal History of David Copperfield
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Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025425153
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 1022
Weight: 3.09
Height: 2.01 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Personal History of David Copperfield is Charles Dickens's celebrated masterpiece and his most autobiographical work. This poignant coming-of-age story chronicles the life of David Copperfield from his humble beginnings in Blunderstone to his eventual maturity and professional success. Navigating the treacherous waters of Victorian society, David encounters a vivid gallery of friends and foes, including the malevolent Uriah Heep, the optimistic Mr. Micawber, and his formidable yet compassionate Aunt Betsey Trotwood.
Through David's eyes, the novel provides a sweeping social commentary on the hardships of 19th-century England, focusing on the plight of children, the failures of the legal system, and the rigid class structures of the era. Written with Dickens's signature wit and emotional resonance, The Personal History of David Copperfield explores themes of perseverance, friendship, and the search for one's own place in the world. As a foundational work of English literature, it remains a profound exploration of human character and a testament to the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity.
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