A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens
Set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, this classic novel explores themes of class struggle, sacrifice, and resurrection. The narrative follows the lives of several characters, including a dissipated English lawyer, a man who is a long-term prisoner in the Bastille, and a woman who becomes embroiled in the political turmoil of the time. The story is a riveting tale of love and sacrifice, with the infamous guillotine looming in the background, symbolizing the violence and unrest of the era.
The 244th greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 1226
Since this book was first published in 1859, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 1226.0.
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