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This is the masterly work of the master of English literature and literature for all time I believe. It is complex but not complicated. The characters and their situations intertwine. The "mutual friend" has three identities and dark but not dangerous secrets -- he is only seeking truth in his life after all. This story of money, transformation and rebirth kept me from beginning to end. Dickens stories are never the shortest on the shelf, but you are not sorry for spending time with them.
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An interesting, albeit long read, by Dickens. I really enjoyed the multiple storylines and Dickens' ability to capture human nature. Dickens also shows how connected he was to how life was like in England during that time.
All in all, a good read that is a must for any Dickens' fans. For readers new to Dickens, I would recommend Great Expectations, which I liked more than OMF. ...more
All in all, a good read that is a must for any Dickens' fans. For readers new to Dickens, I would recommend Great Expectations, which I liked more than OMF. ...more
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Recommended by Professor Nancy Parker.
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