SOCIAL THEMES IN CHARLES DICKENS'S WORKS

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Authors: Uktamova Gulkhayo Utkirovna
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Abstract

This study examines the social themes in Charles Dickens’s works, critique of social injustice, poverty, public health and legal system in detail. Dickens highlighted many social problems in his novels. Many critics believe that his work often addressed and critiqued the social issues of his time. Through his novels, he brought attention to the plight of the poor attention and working classes and the harsh realities of life for many people in Victorian England. Victorian English society witnessed the divide between the rich and the poor it’s prime! The distinction between haves and have-nots got its approval. He explorers class differences and personal development and he masterfully uses characters to highlighted class differences and wealth inequality. The stark contrast between rich and poor characters serves as a powerful tool emphasize social disparities. Symbolism and allegory are prevalent in Dicken’s works, enriching his social critiques.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Migration Policy and Dickens Studies History Medicine and Leadership Decadence Literature and Society

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
1 January 2026