'It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.' Set during the turmoil of the French Revolution, A Tale of Two Cities follows two men; French aristocrat Charles Darnay, and disillusioned English lawyer, Sydney Carton. As revolution brews and the oppressed rise against the ruling class, the lives of Darnay and Carton are entangled in a tale of political upheaval and personal transformation. Dickens masterfully explores the extremes of human nature, culminating in one of the most unforgettable acts of self-sacrifice in literary history. This elegant pocket-sized gift edition has real collector's appeal, featuring the classic, unabridged text, a facsimile of Dickens' signature on the title page, silver gilded page edges and beautifully designed endpapers . Part of the Arcturus Ornate Classics series this book makes wonderful gift for any lover of classic literature. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Ornate Classics are beautifully bound editions of iconic literary works across history. These compact, foil-embossed hardbacks are printed using deluxe ivory paper and make the perfect gift.