Setting in Charles Dickens' "Hard Times"

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The paper explores the influence of Charles Dickens' early life experiences, particularly his time working in a factory, on his literary output. It highlights how Dickens' struggles reflect broader societal issues in 19th century England, where not all citizens benefited from the British Empire's expansion. The analysis connects Dickens' biography to the sociological theories of Hippolyte Taine and the literary criticism of Wilhelm Scherer, emphasizing how personal circumstances shape an author's work. The study provides insights into the interplay between an author's life and their literature.