Hard Times

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Set against the backdrop of a small town, the narrative explores themes of friendship, betrayal, love, and hate, illustrating the stark contrasts between the privileged and the downtrodden. Dickens delves into the imperfections of human nature and the darker aspects of the soul, revealing a society grappling with significant social and economic challenges. As one of his shorter works, it reflects the broader historical context of Victorian England while offering a critical examination of its moral and social fabric.