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3 quotes from A Tale of Two Cities

• "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair, we had everything before us, we were all going direct to Heaven, we were all going direct the other way – in short, the period was so far like the present period, that some of its noisiest authorities insisted on its being received, for good or for evil, in the superlative degree of comparison only."
• "A day will come when the rest of mankind will be shocked by what we have done, and we will be punished, but at that time you will be dead, and I will forgive you."
• "It is a far, far better thing that I do, than I have ever done; it is a far, far better rest that I go to than I have ever known."

Author: Charles Dickens

Charles John Huffam Dickens (1812-1870) stands as one of the most influential authors of the Victorian era, celebrated for his vivid storytelling and powerful social commentary. Emerging from humble beginnings, Dickens began working in a factory at a young age due to his father's imprisonment, yet he rose to prominence through his prolific writing career, which included 15 novels, numerous short stories, and essays. His works, such as *A Christmas Carol*, *Oliver Twist*, *Great Expectations*, and *A Tale of Two Cities*, remain beloved classics, cherished for their rich characterizations and poignant critiques of society. Although his style was met with mixed reviews regarding psychological depth, his ability to evoke the struggles of the poor and his memorable characters led to the term "Dickensian" being coined to describe similar themes. Dickens's enduring legacy solidified his status as one of literature's greats, with accolades from peers like Leo Tolstoy and George Orwell. He left a significant mark on both literature and social reform before his passing in 1870, ultimately laid to rest in the Poets' Corner of Westminster Abbey, a testament to his lasting impact on the world.