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A concise, affectionate recollection of one of the greatest literary giants of the nineteenth century, told by the person who knew him best: Mamie Dickens. Mamie paints a portrait of a kind and devoted family man, and fondly shares childhood memories of a loving father who was deeply involved in family life at home. Filled with charming anecdotes about Dickens's meticulousness, punctuality and particular love for Christmas celebrations and dancing, My Father As I Recall Him is an endearing and enlightening read for any fan of Dickens's work.

In these heartfelt pages, Mary Dickens, affectionately known as Mamie, invites you into her cherished memories of her father, the legendary novelist Charles Dickens. With a promise of honesty and simplicity, she shares her reflections, revealing perhaps some unfamiliar facets of his life. Join her as she honors the legacy of a literary giant through the eyes of his beloved daughter.

To hear Mamie Dickens' memories of her father, Charles Dickens, is a rare privilege and offers a fascinating insight into the private life of one of literature's most beloved authors. His love for his children and animals and the time that he always had to be with them, despite his rigorous writing schedule, demonstrates how well he kept his life's priorities in order.