{"product_id":"hard-times-isbn-9789386538345","title":"Hard Times","description":"Set in the grim, smoke-choked industrial town of Coketown, \u003ci\u003eHard Times\u003c\/i\u003e is Charles Dickens’ powerful critique of utilitarianism and the dehumanizing effects of the Industrial Revolution. Through the lives of Thomas Gradgrind, Louisa, Sissy Jupe, and Stephen Blackpool, Dickens exposes the harsh realities of a world driven by facts, profit, and conformity—where imagination, emotion, and individual dignity are stifled. This novel remains a timeless reflection on education, class struggle, and the human cost of progress.\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA tale of facts, factories, and the fight for the human spirit.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore Dickens’ most direct social critique in a compact and fast-paced narrative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelve into the clash between cold rationalism and heartfelt imagination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflect on timeless issues of education, industrial exploitation, and inequality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover one of the most thought-provoking and politically charged works of Victorian literature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThemes :\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrialization and Its Dehumanizing Effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtilitarianism and Rationalism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEducation and Its Limitations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClass Divide and Social Injustice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Power of Compassion and Empathy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStruggle of the Working Class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIllusion vs. Reality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRedemption and Moral Growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e | Charles Dickens (1812–1870) was a towering figure in English literature, renowned for his vivid storytelling and unforgettable characters. Born in Portsmouth, England, Dickens experienced a challenging childhood marked by his family's financial struggles, profoundly influencing his writing. His novels, including Oliver Twist, A Christmas Carol, David Copperfield, and Great Expectations, often highlighted social injustices and the plight of the poor, bringing attention to the pressing issues of his time. With a keen eye for detail and a talent for humor and pathos, Dickens captured the essence of Victorian society. His works remain beloved classics, continuing to captivate readers with their rich narratives and enduring themes.","brand":"Fingerprint","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48759463968997,"sku":"NP9789386538345","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9789386538345.jpg?v=1775598645","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/hard-times-isbn-9789386538345","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}