Poster Print : Dickens / Tale of 2 Cities
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Dickens / Tale of 2 Cities
Sydney Carton - lawyer who gets a charge of treason reversed for Charles Darnay due to a strong physical resemblance; he takes Darneys place at the guillotine
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1859 Bicorn Bicorne Carton Charge Cities Dickens Guillotine Lawyer Physical Resemblance Reversed Strong Sydney Takes Tale Treason Darnay
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating range of poster prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this iconic image of Sydney Carton from "A Tale of Two Cities" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings to life the powerful narrative of Charles Dickens' classic tale. Sydney Carton, a lawyer who selflessly sacrifices his own life for the man he has come to resemble, Charles Darnay, offers a poignant representation of the story's themes of identity, redemption, and sacrifice. Bring the timeless tale of "A Tale of Two Cities" to life in your home or office with this stunning poster print, a must-have for any Dickens or literature enthusiast.
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Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the intense moment of sacrifice and redemption from Charles Dickens' classic novel, "A Tale of Two Cities." Sydney Carton, portrayed here in period attire complete with a bicorne hat, is a disheveled and downtrodden lawyer who, due to a striking physical resemblance, is able to take the place of Charles Darnay at the guillotine. Darnay, a French aristocrat falsely charged with treason during the French Revolution, had been sentenced to death. Published in 1859, "A Tale of Two Cities" is a historical novel set against the backdrop of the French Revolution. The novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, and redemption, as well as the harsh realities of the revolution and its impact on individuals and society. In this scene, Sydney Carton, who had once loved Lucie Manette, Darnay's wife, has come to terms with his own miserable existence and selflessly offers to take Darnay's place at the guillotine. As they stand side by side, the strong resemblance between the two men becomes even more apparent, with both men wearing bicorne hats. The image is a poignant reminder of the novel's themes of sacrifice and redemption, as well as the power of physical appearance and the complexities of identity. Sydney Carton's selfless act ultimately leads to his own death, but it also saves the life of an innocent man and allows for the reunion of Lucie and her true love, Charles Darnay. This powerful moment in Dickens' novel continues to resonate with readers and remains a testament to the enduring power of literature to explore the human condition.
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