The novel "Hard Times" written by Charles Dickens is a reflection of the changing ideas established during his time. ... Stephen Blackpool represents the abused worker, suffering under capitalism as expressed by Karl Marx. ... "Stephen looked older, but he had had a hard life. ... Stephen has not known any magnificence in his life. ... Charles Dickens uses this hostility Stephen experiences as an illustration of Marx's point. ...

• Word Count: 2006
• Approx Pages: 8
• Grade Level: High School