Before Darnay can leave, however, Carton confesses that he is drinking heavily because, "I am a disappointed drudge. Despite this disclosure, Darnay reiterates his appreciation, pays the bill, and politely excuses himself.
When Darnay tries to thank Carton for his assistance in the trial, Carton shrugs off the thanks and informs Darnay that he doesn't particularly like him. Once there, Carton's erratic behavior bewilders Darnay. After the group disperses, Carton approaches Darnay and invites him to a nearby tavern for dinner. Stryver congratulate Darnay on the verdict. And the power of love and sacrifice shines through.Doctor Manette, Lucie, Mr. There is a lot of violent content but also a surprisingly large amount of tenderness and humor.
One character drugs another.Ī doctor tells a story of a girl who was raped, which caused her to lose her mind and eventually die. People are killed in various ways by an out-of-control mob. Another man orders his wife to stop praying, but he is not presented as a particularly good character she, however, is also portrayed as spineless. One character prays to Jesus Christ and repents. The redemptive power of selfless love is clearly shown as well as true sacrifice.įor Dickens, this is a thoroughly Christian book and lacks much of the "works-salvation" that appears in his other works. Some characters are ambiguous at first but as the story goes on, we learn more about them and come to understand what side they're really on. But when the French Revolution happens, it turns out that Charles Darnay has secrets in his past - and they can destroy him. Meanwhile, two men fall in love with the beautiful Lucie: Charles Darnay, a handsome respected teacher from France, and Sydney Carton, a drunken lawyer with no ambitions and no friends. He does not remember anything about his past life and is on the brink of insanity, but with Lucie's tender care he begins to recover. Manette is reunited with his young daughter Lucie in England after spending many years in prison in France. The violence may bother some readers but it's still a great work of literature with a great message.ĭr.
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