The Charles Dickens Children's Collection
By Philip Gooden
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Synopsis
Oliver Twist, an orphan born in a workhouse, faces a harsh life of hard labour and scant meals. Yearning for a better existence, he escapes to London, where he falls in with a gang of young thieves led by the cunning Fagin. As Oliver navigates the dangers of the criminal underworld, he dreams of finding a true family and a place to belong. Will he manage to break free from a life of crime and discover the love and security he longs for?
About the author
Philip Gooden is a British author who loves writing stories full of mystery and adventure. He is best known for his Shakespearean mysteries, where clever characters solve exciting puzzles. Philip also enjoys making history fun to read, helping young readers discover interesting facts and tales from the past.
Pages
96 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
Published
2020
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