(Saddleback Publishing, 1996) Charles Dickens; Emily Hutchinson
Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens is a classic novel that follows the story of a young orphan named Oliver Twist. Born in a workhouse and subjected to harsh conditions, Oliver escapes to London where he falls in with a gang of juvenile thieves led by the sinister Fagin. Throughout the novel, Oliver endures a series of trials and tribulations, including kidnapping, exploitation, and deception. Despite the many challenges, Oliver's inherent goodness and resilience shine through. The novel explores themes of poverty, social injustice, and the struggle between good and evil, ultimately highlighting the possibility of redemption and the triumph of virtue.