The books Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte and David Copperfield by Charles Dickens were written in the Victorian era where gender and social limitations were forced upon the protagonists by society; both books use very simple characters to define and defy these limitations set before them, which ultimately created classics. ... There was one other option; a son of a gentleman could toil for long hours working, in hopes to move up a class. ... Murdstone would have been replaced with a gentleman of the upmost standing. ...

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In Victorian London, there were many prevalent faults in the culture. Perhaps the world's most recognizable depiction of Victorian London lies in the hands of the Disney film Mary Poppins. In this portrayal, characters rise above obstacles such as class distinction, and find their ways to happy end...

• Word Count: 2674
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• Grade Level: High School