Oliver Twist (Dover Thrift Editions) by Charles Dickens Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Oliver Twist (Dover Thrift Editions)
Book Review: Great Novel for the Educated Reader
Summary: 5 Stars
Charles Dickens' famous novel Oliver Twist is a fantastic and exciting tale of mystery, drama, and adventure detailing the perils and orphan encounters in his journey from orphanage to happiness. Though the basic storyline is somewhat similar to Dickens' Great Expectations, Oliver Twist will maintain an observant reader's interest and fascination with its historical accuracy, biting wit and sarcasm, and harsh criticism of the poverty and corruption in 19th century England. However, some with a less than excellent reading comprehension level may have difficulty understanding Dickens' dialect and ironic sense of humor. The vivid and colorful depictions of characters such as Fagin and the Artful Dodger thickens the plot and helps the reader to draw personal connections and become involved in the story. The clear imagery, irony, and symbolism of Oliver Twist (and not to mention its fame) all prove that its literary merit goes without saying. Seamlessly aternating between tragedy and dark humor, Dickens ensures that there is never a dull moment in reading Oliver Twist. It is a must-read for any seasoned lover of classic European literature, young or old.Book Review: Great masterpiece
Summary: 4 Stars
Excellent work from Charles Dickens. Every child in the world should read this book.Book Review: Honor among thieves
Summary: 5 Stars
When `Oliver Twist"'s first installment appeared in 1937, it is probable that not even Charles Dickens was aware that his story about the young orphan-turned-thief would become so timeless. Almost 70 years after its first publishing, the novel is still contemporary, and not only because it deals with human nature, but mostly because it depicts children being exploited by villains.
In this time when children are even trade as slaves in many parts of the world, "Oliver Twist" becomes even more resonant. The novel is a social commentary on the social situation of Britain in the XIX Century. With Oliver (the character) Dickens meant to demonstrate the social situation of his time, when the poor classes were getting even poorer and the rich people richer every day. Above all, the boy's story exposes one of the worst periods in history of Britain for the poor people.
The environment where Oliver spends most of his childhood is populated by thieves, murderers and prostitutes. At the same time, the orphan always meet good people who want to help him, and nevertheless fail. But there is also the Church and the government, and by that time poor people could only be helped if they moved into government workhouses.
One of the most interesting things in "Oliver Twist" is the importance of the characters' names. The name `Oliver Twist' is the clearest example. His surname alludes to his reversal of fortune throughout the story. On the other side, Rose Maylie echoes her youth and beauty, and Mrs Mann lacks maternal instinct.
"Oliver Twist" is an unforgettable book populated by strong characters. Dickens prose is so touching and well developed that has funny and sad moments in the right doses. This is one of the books that stays with the reader long after he/she has finished it.
Book Review: Kids have enjoyed this novel.
Summary: 5 Stars
I homeschool my children and this was one of their assigned books to read. At first they were not to trilled, but as they have read it and get more into it, they can't wait to get to the next chapter.Book Review: Oviler Twist
Summary: 4 Stars
Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens is one of my favorite stories for many different reasons. I had read the children's version many different times when I was young and I loved the story and would read parts of it over and over again. It has scenes of romance, and violence, and mystery and just about any other type of genre you can think of so anybody would enjoy it. When we did a free-choice book report last year, I decided I would read the real version.
As soon I started reading, I realized that it would take a lot longer than I thought. Dickens uses words that are more for accelerated readers so the book is impossible to skim or you will miss the whole story. You really have to pay attention to the context around the words to understand them if you don't understand what he is trying to say. The book can be a bit confusing to start off but there is never a dull moment. Also make sure you take the time to read the whole thing because if you read the first parts it isn't as exiting as the parts closer to the end and the ending is really good!