... is the most effective way of freeing Charles and demonstrating his love towards Lucie. Sydney's love towards Lucie was able to recall Charles to life by the sacrifice Carton was willing to make. Love was a theme used through out the book to portray its ability to govern ones actions and restore one to life. Hate and revenge can distraught ones decision making ... ability and alter ones actions in a harmful and carless manner. Dickens exemplifies this when Madame Defarge's hatred and vendetta towards the Evermonde family caused her to arrive at the Mannets with intent to kill Lucie, but ...

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• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

... , I have, and the book was A Tale of Two Cities. "Love Conquers All" is the theme that stuck out most vividly in my mind. Love in this book is portrayed in many ways. The way of giving your life for a person you care about; showing compassion; and showing physical love (kissing, hugging, and hand-holding). Madame Defarge was an evil woman who wanted revenge on the aristocracy. Miss Pross ... took care of her family; she loved them very much. When Madame Defarge went after Lucie, Little Lucie, and Dr. Manette; Miss Pross stood up for them. ""I know that your intentions are evil," said ......

• Word Count: 385
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School