Barnaby Rudge (version 2)

Published in 1841, 'Barnaby Rudge' is one of Charles Dickens' two historical novels, set against the backdrop of the Gordon Riots in London in 1780. The narrative follows Barnaby, his mother, and their talking raven Grip as they flee a blackmailer, intertwining their lives with others caught in the chaos of the riots. Dickens explores themes of mob mentality and social upheaval, showcasing how the violent protests impact various characters. Notably, Grip the raven is said to have inspired Edgar Allan Poe's poem 'The Raven.'