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kecb12 's review for:
Hard Times
by Charles Dickens
What a treat it is to read a short Dickens novel. This had all the flavor and humor and commentary of a longer Dickens novel but was a quicker read, which was nice. I love his longer novels, too, but being able to get through it in a couple weeks is a nice change. I knew nothing about this novel, and I would say that it’s a hidden Dickens gem. The ideas in this book about child psychology, poverty, the complicated nature of capitalism, curating a public image (one that is aspirational rather than real), and family dynamics feel strangely contemporary. There’s so much to discuss here amidst Dickens’ usual beautiful writing. I think this is definitely one I’ll read again in order to gain all the insight.