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Literary Fiction· United Kingdom

David Copperfield

by Charles Dickens
Aggregate Editorial Score48/100
Guardian 100 Best Novels
Published 1850742 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

David Copperfield by Charles Dickens is a landmark work of literary fiction, first published in 1850. 'Whether I shall turn out to be the hero of my own life, or whether that station will be held by anybody else, these pages must show.' The most autobiographical of Dickens's novels follows young David from an unhappy childhood through love and work to authorial success. Dickens considered it his favourite of his own novels. Themes of childhood, identity, love run through the work. The book has received recognition from Guardian 100 Best Novels 1850.

Book Details

AuthorCharles Dickens
Published1850
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Pages742
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780141439549
Editorial Score48/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Editorial Assessment

David Copperfield by Charles Dickens sits within the tradition of literary fiction that treats language as seriously as plot. Published in 1850 in United Kingdom, it engages with childhood, identity, love, work in ways that have earned it lasting critical attention. The book's place in the literary record rests on its presence across major prize lists and critical surveys. Among its recognitions: Guardian 100 Best Novels 1850. Its aggregate editorial score of 48/100 reflects recognition from 1 independent editorial sources, from international prizes to specialist critical journals. The appeal of David Copperfield lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of childhood, identity, love, work is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page. Within United Kingdom's literary landscape, Charles Dickens occupies a significant position. David Copperfield is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Guardian 100 Best Novels
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About the Author
Charles Dickens
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Charles Dickens is a celebrated author from United Kingdom known for influential works of literary fiction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is David Copperfield about?

'Whether I shall turn out to be the hero of my own life, or whether that station will be held by anybody else, these pages must show.' The most autobiographical of Dickens's novels follows young David from an unhappy childhood through love and work to authorial success. Dickens considered it his favourite of his own novels.

Who wrote David Copperfield?

David Copperfield was written by Charles Dickens, from United Kingdom. First published in 1850.

What awards has David Copperfield won?

David Copperfield has received the following awards and honours: Guardian 100 Best Novels 1850.

Is David Copperfield worth reading?

David Copperfield is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 21/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in childhood, identity, love.

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What category is David Copperfield?

David Copperfield is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is David Copperfield from?

David Copperfield originates from United Kingdom's literary tradition. Explore more books from United Kingdom on our country page.

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