A Tale of Two Cities

Set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, the narrative follows Doctor Manette, who endures 18 years of imprisonment in the Bastille. Upon his release, he reunites with his daughter Lucie in London, whom he had never met. The novel explores themes of resurrection, sacrifice, and the stark contrasts between life in London and Paris during tumultuous times. Renowned as Dickens' most famous historical fiction, it is also celebrated as one of the best-selling novels ever.