Oliver Twist (version 6)

Published in 1837, 'Oliver Twist' is a novel by Charles Dickens that follows the life of a young orphan, Oliver, who endures a harsh existence in a workhouse and later falls into the hands of a gang of juvenile criminals led by Fagin. The story highlights the grim realities of poverty in Victorian England and features a cast of memorable characters, including the Artful Dodger and the menacing Bill Sykes. Dickens's portrayal of social issues and the plight of the poor has made this work a significant commentary on the era's societal conditions.