Oliver Twist / Fagin

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Oliver Twist / Fagin

Olivers reception by Fagin and the boys

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1836 Dickens Fagin Oliver Olivers Reception Twist

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This evocative image captures the moment of Oliver Twist's first encounter with Fagin and the boys in Charles Dickens' timeless novel, "Oliver Twist." Published in 1836, Dickens' seminal work of social commentary and moral tale has remained a cornerstone of English literature and a source of endless fascination for generations of readers. In this scene, a young and emaciated Oliver, having just escaped from the workhouse and wandered into the streets of London, is welcomed by the notorious criminal mastermind Fagin and his band of pickpocketing boys. The boys, dressed in ragged clothing and with mischievous grins on their faces, surround the frightened and bewildered Oliver, who clutches a small bundle of possessions in one hand and reaches out for protection with the other. Fagin, portrayed here with a cunning and calculating expression, extends a hand towards Oliver, promising him a place among the boys and a life free from the harsh realities of the workhouse. The background of the print is filled with the chaos and grime of urban London, with the ominous shadows of the buildings looming over the scene. This image, from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the dark and complex world of Dickens' "Oliver Twist," a world of crime, poverty, and survival on the streets of Victorian England. The historical significance of this print lies not only in its depiction of a pivotal moment in the novel but also in its ability to transport us back in time and immerse us in the rich and intricate tapestry of Dickens' storytelling.

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