Oliver Twist

Oliver Twist is by Charles Dickens. The classic historical fiction story of an orphan boy in 19th century London. Oliver is born in a workhouse to a mother who dies shortly after his birth leaving him an orphan and few clues as to his family. He is raised in the horrendous orphanages of his day, apprenticed to a coffin maker, and after running away, finds himself in the company of the numerous thieves and pickpocket gangs that frequented London at the time. The story follows a miraculous set of events that lead to Oliver finding his true family and heritage. A Reader's Corner Highly Recommended Read! One of Dickens' most poignant and powerful tales. 

Ratings: 10th grade - 9 out of 10 - V (violence) - AC (mature thematic content).