""Charles Dickens A Critical Study"" is a book written by G.K. Chesterton that provides a comprehensive analysis of the life and works of the famous British author, Charles Dickens. This particular edition is printed in large font, making it easier to read for those with visual impairments or who prefer larger text. Chesterton delves into Dickens' writing style, themes, and characters, as well as his personal life and the social and political context in which he wrote. Chesterton's critical analysis is both insightful and entertaining, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the life and works of Charles Dickens.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) 1907. G.K. Chesterton was a journalist, poet, novelist, playwright, debater, and Catholic apologist in the early twentieth century. He was also a literary critic and his books and essays on Charles Dickens are among his best. To understand Chesterton you need to read his biography on Dickens. It will help you understand why he called himself a disreputable Victorian. Contents: The Dickens Period; The Boyhood of Dickens; The Youth of Dickens; The Pickwick Papers; The Great Popularity; Dickens and America; Dickens and Christmas; The Time of Transition; Later Life and Works; The Great Dickens Characters; On the Alleged Optimism of Dickens; and A Note on the Future of Dickens. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.