Tale Of Two Cities Recalled To Life Essay

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To have a chance at life again, is that not a miracle? In A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens, a powerful theme is recalled to life. Let's take a look at the evidence: Dr. Manette is recalled back to life from the cruel horror of the Bastille. Through the help of his loving daughter Lucie, Dr. Manette breaks away from the mental instability that was plaguing his life. Secondly, Charles Darnay is recalled back to life through the fact that Sydney Carton looked exactly like him. Being accused of treason, there was too much doubt now in the case. Thus, no claims could be made against Charles Darnay. Two characters that represent how “recalled to life” is a powerful theme in the novel A Tale of Two Cities are Doctor Manette and Charles Darnay.

Doctor Manette is a satisfying example of “recalled to life”. Doctor Manette was separated from his wife and unborn child when he was taken away to the Bastille. Eighteen years of pain and suffering later, his mind is empty except of his shoemaking. However, he goes against all odds and is “recalled to life” with the …show more content…

Charged with false treason, Charles faced a near certain death on the day of his hearing. However, moody brain Sydney Carton saves his life with just a little reminder that he looks exactly like Charles. Turning the tables, the paid witnesses John Barsad and Roger Cly who have claimed to see Charles are now clearly fake to the rest of the crowd. Just like that, Charles is acquitted. This twenty five year old handsome young man dressed in black with dark hair tied with a ribbon immediately falls in love with the beautiful Lucie. The respectable gentleman proposes his love for Lucie to her father, and Doctor Manette. Charles is literally recalled back to life by Sydney Carton from the jaws of death. Charles would have been quartered to pieces if Mr. Carton hadn't said anything. Thus, Charles Darnay is another model of the theme “recalled to

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