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Hard Times
Rated 4.04 out of 5 based on 25 customer ratings
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SKU: 9780141439679
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“Explore Charles Dickens’s powerful critique of Victorian industrial society in Hard Times (ISBN: 9780141439679). Follow the Gradgrind family’s journey through a world of facts and materialism, where hearts clash with machinery. Edited by Melanie Silgardo, this Penguin Classics edition features an insightful introduction by Kate Flint, illuminating the novel’s complex characters and enduring themes.”
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Ashish Kumar Singh –
While the themes are important, I found the writing style a bit dense. Still, a worthwhile read for those interested in social commentary.
Inder Preet Singh –
I appreciate the message of ‘Hard Times,’ but I struggled to connect with the characters. It felt a bit preachy at times.
Arijit Pattanayak –
I appreciate the historical context. I was emotionally invested in the characters and their struggles.
S Muhammed Ameen –
I was expecting more from this classic. I found it hard to maintain my interest.
Bharat Chandila –
I had mixed feelings about ‘Hard Times.’ While the themes were interesting, I found the plot to be a bit slow-paced.
Ekansh Khandelwal –
Dickens at his finest! The characters were richly developed, and the story kept me engaged from beginning to end. A must-read!
Anushka Khandelwal –
An important book for understanding the social issues of the Victorian era. The language was a bit difficult to follow at first.
Lakshita –
I found the characters to be somewhat one-dimensional, but the overall message of the book resonated with me.
Amaan Abbas –
Dickens work is interesting. The story is okay, worth reading.
Joydeep Sarkar –
While I appreciate the message, I struggled to connect with the story on an emotional level. It felt a bit detached.
Ramya Tripathi –
Dickens’s masterful storytelling shines in ‘Hard Times.’ A story of caution and redemption, I found it a bit depressing at times.
Aniket Birda –
Dickens’s critique of industrial society is as relevant today as it was then. The characters are compelling, although the plot felt a bit slow at times.
Anushka Chaudhary –
Dickens exposes the dark side of industrialization. The novel is emotionally moving, but the ending felt somewhat rushed.
Om Bikash Sahu –
While I enjoyed the overall story, some of the subplots felt unnecessary and detracted from the main message.
Sameer Saurabh Kiro –
Dickens is a genius! This book is a reminder of the human condition. So many feelings!
Kalpish Choudhary –
A good book to pass the time, a bit heavy. Very insightful.
Kushmita Sharma –
I thought it was good, but the book didn’t completely resonate with me. The characters felt somewhat underdeveloped.
Siddhant –
Dickens writing style is unique! I felt a little underwhelmed by the resolution. Overall, it was great.
Raunak Banerjee –
A classic for a reason! ‘Hard Times’ made me reflect on the importance of human connection in a world obsessed with facts. Highly recommended.
Atharv Jain –
I was captivated by the characters. The story is filled with thought provoking lessons.
Advaita Parmar –
A brilliant critique of industrial society and its impact on humanity. Dickens’s prose is simply stunning. A little bit slow, though.
Rahul Gupta –
I enjoyed this, but I prefer his other works. Not my favorite.
Sneha Yadav –
I am so glad that i read this book. Story telling is amazing.
Yash Kumar –
A challenging but rewarding read. ‘Hard Times’ forces you to question the values of society and the importance of empathy.
Mrityunjay Sharma –
A powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores the dangers of prioritizing facts over feelings. Dickens’s writing is brilliant.