Dickens' tale of poverty and crime in Victorian London is vividly brought to life in this classroom playscript adaptation by Guy Williams. Perfect for English or Drama lessons, this Oxford Playscript provides an ideal introduction to 19th-century literature, suitable for both classroom study and performance.Key Features:-Adapted for a KS3 classroom, with 30 speaking parts-Includes motivating activities focusing on performance, close text analysis, language and structure, together with varied creative tasks-Insights into the play by the authors and adaptors-Notes on props, staging, and illustrations-Explores themes of poverty, justice, and survival-Ideal for exploring 19th-century contexts - perfect as a stepping stone for GCSE English Literature-Supports oracy, reading fluency, and dramatic interpretation-Great for whole-class reading or drama performancesSuitable for: KS3 English and Drama departments; Year 9 students preparing for GCSE English LiteratureThemes: poverty, justice, survival.