Monami Thakur at the International Business Times reports that the United Kingdom is gearing up to celebrate the birth of author Charles Dickens, who was born on February 7, 1812
The year 2012 marks the bicentenary of Victorian author Charles Dickens known for creating some of the most iconic novels and characters of English literature. Throughout Britain, a host of exhibitions, events and activities are being organised to celebrate the life and work of the famed author.
... To commemorate this special anniversary, a website "Dickens 2012" has been set up providing details about all the celebrations across Britain and worldwide. This mainly includes special commemorative exhibitions that are being held in London and the UK while venues in France, Switzerland and the US will showcase the rich heritage of Dickens's life.
"Although a writer from the Victorian era, Dickens's work transcends his time, language and culture. He remains a massive contemporary influence throughout the world and his writings continue to inspire film, TV, art, literature, artists and academia," the site Dickens 2012 states.
You can read the rest of the story via the below link:
http://uk.ibtimes.com/articles/275208/20120102/britain-prepares-charles-dickens-200th-birth-anniversary.htm
No comments:
Post a Comment