Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens

Oliver Twist follows the journey of a young orphan navigating the harsh realities of Victorian England. Born into poverty and raised in a workhouse, Oliver’s early life is marked by cruelty and neglect. After daring to ask for more food, he flees to London, where he encounters a band of pickpockets led by the cunning Fagin. Dickens paints a vivid picture of London’s underworld, contrasting Oliver’s innocence with the moral decay around him. Themes of greed, corruption, and redemption weave through the story, alongside unforgettable characters like the kind-hearted Nancy and the brutal Bill Sikes. The novel critiques systemic injustices while delivering a gripping tale of survival and hope.