Our Mutual Friend

Book Review

«Our Mutual Friend» by Charles Dickens is one of the author's most complex and layered novels, addressing themes of social injustice, hypocrisy, and human nature. Critics praise Dickens's skill in creating vivid and memorable characters, such as Mr. Veneering and Jenny Wren. Special attention is given to his ability to blend satire with deep empathy for his characters. The novel also stands out for its structure and use of symbolism, making it an important work in Dickens's literary legacy. Some critics point to its excessive verbosity and complex plot, but most agree that it is a significant contribution to Victorian literature.