The Essay | The Writer’s Dickens: Justin Cartwright – Christmas

Duration: 14'04''

Synopsis

Justin Cartwright reflects on the significant place that Christmas occupies in Charles Dickens's work, arguing that it is direct result of his experiences as a child.

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