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How much similarity does the book have with Charles dickens's life?

Susan Mather Barone He did have to go to the workhouse, but he had no aunt to save him and set him on a different course. He also loved a woman like Dora, but her father …moreHe did have to go to the workhouse, but he had no aunt to save him and set him on a different course. He also loved a woman like Dora, but her father sent her away (I think) to France. There are similarities, but it's not a true story, but Dickens' life the way he wished it were happened.(less)

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David Copperfield

by Charles Dickens

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