Routledge Dickens and Empire - Literary Criticism Book

Explore a fresh perspective on one of literature's most famous authors with Dickens and Empire. Published by Routledge as part of The Nineteenth Century Series, this work provides a reevaluation of how Charles Dickens engaged with the British Empire. By applying postcolonial theory to his novels, journalism, and personal letters, the text examines how imperial holdings served as spaces for addressing domestic and personal issues. This study tracks the connection between race and class within his writing. Using a large amount of primary material, it offers a radical reassessment of the author's views on racial matters. It is an essential resource for those studying the relationship between Victorian literature and the expanding reach of the British Empire. Whether you are a student of literary theory or a scholar of the nineteenth century, this book provides a deep look into the entangled discourses found in Dickens's body of work.