Dickens's timeless tale of an orphan boy's extraordinary journey through life.
. A concise introduction that gives readers important background information
. A chronology of the author's life and work
. A timeline of significant events that provides the book's historical context
. An outline of key themes and plot points to help readers form their own interpretations
. Detailed explanatory notes
. Critical analysis, including contemporary and modern perspectives on the work
. Discussion questions to promote lively classroom and book group interaction
. A list of recommended related books and films to broaden the reader's experience