do have a major effect on the lives of the characters in the story. It would certainly be no error to say the events of the French Revolution, which make up so much of the setting in this novel, is what the theme of the novel really is (Carey 11). The third category of readers will say the novel's theme is beyond the fictional characters and historical events and is more of a symbol. These readers will see that the actions relate to Dickens's vision of life and the reason for it. This group will say that the book presents a picture of human life using the dramatic language of characters and their actions (Carey 12). Anyway that a reader approaches A Tale of Two Cities, it is a hard book to read although it does become interesting at times and in the end brings the reader into an understanding of personal life trials during the time of the French Revolution. Whether the reader believes that the novel is about its characters, historical events or symbolism, it doesn't matter. Charles Dickens wanted the readers of enjoy this novel not fight over what the meaning behind it is (Carey 12). Sadly, many of the greatest books that have strengthened and shaped Western civilization are drifting out of modern life and thought. But it doesn't have to be this way. Someone must responsibly keep the literary lights such as Charles Dickens burning brightly for the benefit of younger generations. (Andreola 2) It is time to rescue Dickens from the attic and let him stir the hearts of people today. Dickens can challenge, motivate, and entertain in ways the Hardy Boys never could. Dickens became famous writing stories that highlighted the difference between right and wrong in his own time. His stories invite readers to form an opinion and make decisions about a character's right or wrong actions. As only an artist could. Dickens paints a moral picture of life. To paint the moral for children is more effective than to "point" it. Here lays the help the you...
