Hard Times
About this book
Dickens scathing portrait of Victorian industrial society and its misapplied utilitarian philosophy, Hard Times features schoolmaster Thomas Gradgrind, one of his most richly dimensional, memorable characters. Filled with the details and wonders of small-town life, it is also a daring novel of ideas and ultimately, a celebration of love, hope, and limitless possibilities of the imagination.
Reader Profile
3.5/5 · 91 readers · 347 pages · ≈ 6 h 26 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read Hard Times?
About ≈ 6 h 26 m — 347 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Hard Times?
347 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Hard Times?
It sits on the Psychology, History, Fiction shelves.
Has Hard Times been made into a movie or TV show?
Yes — screen adaptations include Hard Times (1989), Hard Times (1988).
Is Hard Times in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in Hard Times?
The main characters include Charles Dickens (1812-1870).
Where does Hard Times take place?
It is set in Manchester, England, Great Britain during 19th century, 19e siècle.
Who wrote Hard Times?
Charles Dickens.
Where can I read Hard Times online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library. Open Library