The Life of Charles Dickens V2: 1842-1852 is a biography of the famous English writer, Charles Dickens, written by John Forster. This second volume covers the period of Dickens' life from 1842 to 1852, during which he wrote some of his most famous works, including A Christmas Carol, Martin Chuzzlewit, and David Copperfield. The book explores Dickens' personal life, including his marriage to Catherine Hogarth and his relationships with his children, as well as his professional life, including his work as a journalist and editor. Forster also delves into the social and political context of Dickens' writing, examining the issues of poverty, social injustice, and industrialization that were prevalent in Victorian England. The Life of Charles Dickens V2: 1842-1852 is a comprehensive and insightful look into the life of one of the most important writers in English literature.In Two Volumes.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.