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<p>We all know he wrote the original Muppet Christmas Carol, but what else is there to know about Charles Dickens? </p><p>From a childhood working in the factories of Victorian London, to becoming a literary superstar with books such as Oliver Twist and Great Expectations, join Greg Jenner for a homeschool history lesson on one of the most iconic authors of all time. </p><p>You’ll be left wanting more (sir).</p><p>Presented by Greg Jenner
Produced by Ben Green
Script by Gabby Hutchinson Crouch and Emma Nagouse
Historical consultant: Dr Emily Bell</p><p>A Muddy Knees Media production for BBC Radio 4</p>