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Hard Times
Rated 4.25 out of 5 based on 24 customer ratings
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SKU: 9780141199566
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“Hard Times” by Evelyn Waugh and Christopher Hitchens (ISBN: 9780141199566) explores the stark realities of Coketown, a town governed by the Utilitarian principles of Mr. Gradgrind. His fact-driven approach to education stifles imagination, leading to his daughter Louisa’s loveless marriage. This powerful novel examines the consequences of repressing emotions and the importance of human connection in a world obsessed with facts and industry.
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Aaryan Shreshtha –
A timeless story about the dangers of prioritizing facts over feelings. Highly recommend!
Pragati Bisht –
Worth reading once. A very bleak look at poverty and the dangers of industrialization.
Parth Dixit –
Dickens is a classic for a reason. This book has really made me think about life.
Amanpreet Singh –
Not my favorite Dickens, but still a worthwhile read. The characters were interesting, but I did not like the ending.
Rohit Raj Pillai –
Classic Dickens! The characters were all well-developed.
Hareesh Kumar S –
A powerful story about the importance of emotions. Gradgrind’s methods are chilling.
Muskan Gupta –
I had trouble connecting with the characters. The story felt distant and unemotional.
Rachit Gupta –
I struggled with the language at first. Eventually, I was engrossed. A cautionary tale.
Sahil Chahal –
A thought-provoking exploration of societal values. The industrial setting really made me think.
Ayush Rahul Patel –
A bit too depressing for my taste. The overall message is important, but it was hard to get through.
Siddharth Kumar Pandey –
The characters were complex and engaging. The book had me hooked from the beginning.
Sagar Kumar –
The writing is beautiful, even when describing bleakness. I was hooked from the start.
Tanishta Roy –
Interesting plot. The story was hard to follow at times, but ultimately rewarding.
Harshit Tiwari –
Found it a bit too long and drawn out. The message got repetitive.
Siddhik Gagguturu –
Heartbreaking but beautifully written. Louisa’s fate is particularly tragic.
Pranav Anant Joshi –
Good read overall. I would recommend it.
Samyak Daheshwar Gajbhiye –
Dickens’ social commentary still resonates. I felt for Louisa trapped in a fact-driven world. A classic for a reason.
Aryaman Sharma –
Dark and depressing, but important. It really shined a light on the hard times.
Simran Keshri –
Dickens at his finest. The characters were fantastic, but I still wish it was shorter.
Abhishek Anand –
Found it a little preachy at times. The industrial setting is well-described though.
Shirin Sachdeva –
This novel is worth the time spent reading!
Rohit Soni –
Hard Times is a good book. Though I feel like the story could have been more engaging. Still a good read.
Shivang Agrawal –
A bit slow to start, but the characters grew on me. The critique of Utilitarianism is sharp. Worth a read!
Bysani Sai Rasmitha –
Not what I was expecting, but a powerful read. A great look at social issues in a compelling way.