Oliver Twist is a novel by Charles Dickens. It tells the story of a young orphan named Oliver Twist who endures a harsh life in a workhouse before being sold into an apprenticeship with an undertaker. After escaping, Oliver travels to London where he meets the Artful Dodger and joins a gang of juvenile pickpockets led by the criminal Fagin.
Throughout the novel, Oliver faces many challenges and hardships as he tries to navigate the dangerous streets of London. He is eventually taken in by a kind-hearted gentleman named Mr. Brownlow, but his past catches up with him when he is kidnapped by Fagin's gang and forced to commit a robbery.
As Oliver struggles to break free from his criminal past, he discovers the truth about his identity and his family history. The novel explores themes of poverty, social injustice, and the power of redemption.
Oliver Twist is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today, reminding us of the importance of compassion and empathy in a world that can be cruel and unforgiving.
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Oliver Twist
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Abide With Me
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William H. Monk:
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