A Tale of Two Cities

Set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, the novel explores the stark contrasts between the lives of the oppressed French peasantry and the brutality of both the aristocracy and revolutionaries. Key characters include Charles Darnay, a virtuous French aristocrat caught in the chaos, and Sydney Carton, an English barrister seeking redemption for his wasted life through his love for Darnay's wife. The narrative intricately weaves their fates amid the social upheaval in both Paris and London, highlighting themes of sacrifice and resurrection.