CHARLES DICKENS

In this book from the critically acclaimed multimillion copy bestselling Little People BIG DREAMS series discover the life of Charles Dickens the influential author When Charles was a boy he made up his own adventures But after a Dickensian twist of fate saw his father go to prison for debt Charles ended up working in a factory with other children He worked his way out trying his hand in a law firm and then as an actor before making a name for himself as a reporter and gifted storyteller Charles became one of the most beloved novelists of all time aware of the power of a tale and of giving poor children a voice This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the writer s life Little People BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people from designers and artists to scientists and activists All of them achieved incredible things yet each began life as a child with a dream This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages in a range of formats The board books are told in simple sentences perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers The ha