The Life of Charles Dickens V1: 1812-1842 is a biographical book written by John Forster, detailing the early life and career of the famous English author, Charles Dickens. The book begins with Dickens' birth in 1812 and follows his upbringing in Portsmouth, his education, and his early career as a journalist and writer. Forster delves into Dickens' personal life, including his marriage to Catherine Hogarth and the birth of their children. The book...