How we cite our quotes: Citations follow this format: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #10
Charles Bates […] turned his back upon the scenes of the past, resolved to amend it in some new sphere of action. […] from being a farmer’s drudge and a carrier’s lad, is now the merriest young grazier in all Northamptonshire. (53.12)
Charley gives up crime and moves to the country. It’s important to notice that he didn’t just give up crime and stay in London. Why not? All the characters in this novel who aren’t dead (like Nancy and Sikes) and who don’t remain criminals (like Noah and Charlotte) leave the city for the country. Is Dickens trying to say that it’s better to avoid the city altogether if you don’t want to become a criminal?