I think one of the few faults in Dickens is that mostly his lead characters are blanks - who is David Copperfield, who is Oliver Twist? And yet he takes such joy in populating the rest of his novels with these fantastic, grotesque people like Pecksmith and so on.
What does this quote mean?
This quote can be used as a reminder to reflect, share encouragement, or express a thoughtful idea. Create a quote image or explore related quotes below.
Best used for
- Instagram captions
- Pinterest quote pins
- Personal reflection
- Speeches
- Greeting cards
Caption suggestions
Instagram caption
"I think one of the few faults in Dickens is that mostly his lead characters are blanks - who is David Copperfield, who is Oliver Twist? And yet he takes such joy in populating the rest of his novels with these fantastic, grotesque people like Pecksmith and so on." — Mark Gatiss #happinessjoy
Pinterest title
I think one of the few faults in Dickens is that mostly his lead characters are blanks - who i…
Pinterest description
I think one of the few faults in Dickens is that mostly his lead characters are blanks - who is David Copperfield, who is Oliver Twist? And yet he takes such joy in populating the rest of his novels with these fantastic, grotesque people like Pecksmith and so on. — Mark Gatiss
About Mark Gatiss
Mark Gatiss was a Actor from United Kingdom (1966–2002).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who said "I think one of the few faults in Dickens is that mostly his lead characters are…"?
This quote is attributed to Mark Gatiss, a Actor from United Kingdom.
When did Mark Gatiss live?
Mark Gatiss lived from 1966 – 2002.
What is this quote about?
This quote touches on Happiness & Joy. Browse more quotes on these themes from the categories page.