1. Social Criticism in Literature
Snowball represents Trotsky, a Russian leader after the revolution. ... Alexandre Manette, unjustly imprisoned in France for 17 years. Though Lucie marries Darnay, Carton still loves her and in the end, gives his life to save Darnay for her. Dickens, who was fascinated with French history, especially the French Revolution, begins by criticizing the aristocrats' treatment of the poor people of France. ... Dickens also expresses his disillusionment with some of the outcomes of the French Revolution. ...
- Word Count: 1462
- Approx Pages: 6
- Grade Level: High School