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Oliver Twist meeting the Artful dodger
Oliver Twist meeting the Artful dodger in the streets Date: First published: 1836-37
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Artful Dickens Dodger Meeting Oliver Step Twist
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This image captures the moment of first encounter between Oliver Twist and the Artful Dodger in the bustling streets of Victorian London, as depicted in Charles Dickens' classic novel "Oliver Twist," first published in 1837. The young Oliver, dressed in his ragged workhouse uniform, looks up in surprise and curiosity as the sly and mischievous Artful Dodger, with his distinctive bowler hat and cane, approaches him. Oliver Twist, a naive and innocent orphan, has just run away from the cruel Sowerberrys, seeking a better life on the streets. The Artful Dodger, a seasoned pickpocket and member of the Fagin's gang of criminal children, sees an opportunity in the unsuspecting Oliver and offers to show him the ropes of street life. The contrast between the two characters is striking - Oliver, wide-eyed and innocent, and the Artful Dodger, cunning and worldly. Dickens masterfully portrays the harsh realities of life for children in 19th century London, as well as the complexities of good and evil, as Oliver is drawn into a world of crime and deception, but ultimately finds redemption and a chance at a better life. This evocative print, with its rich detail and intriguing narrative, is a testament to the enduring appeal of Dickens' timeless tale and the power of literature to transport us to another time and place.
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