Hard Times

von Charles Dickens

This story of class conflict in Victorian England serves as a powerful critique of the social injustices that plagued the Industrial Revolution. THIS ENRICHED CLASSIC EDITION INCLUDES: . A concise introduction that gives the reader important background information . A chronology of the author's life and work . A timeline of significant events that provides the book's historical context . An outline of key themes and plot points to guide the reader's own interpretations . Detailed explanatory notes . Critical analysis, including contemporary and modern perspectives on the work . Discussion questions to promote lively classroom and book group interaction . A list of recommended related books and films to broaden the reader's experience