What makes this book a classic?
To start The Tale of Two Cities makes being a classic by its enduring age and connection to history. Initially published in a series of installments starting in April 20, 1859 to November 26, 1859, this novel is over a 150 years old and still considered a great read. Charles Dickens is an expressive writer, capturing the feel, the energy, and the experience of actually being present when this book was written. You are thrust directly into the blood lust that consumes the French Revolution, but you also feel the tender love Lucie Manette expresses towards her waylaid father. The story teaches us lessons on faith and hope things can always get better, on compassion for others, and in fortitude of enduring hardship. This tale is nothing short of a classic because it has it all: a moving story, underlying principles, and the timelessness of its message.
This classic may be hard to start and get into, but once deep in the adventure that is The Tale of Two Cities, you will be glad you read it. I recommend everyone to read this book at least once in their life.
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