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2025-02-23
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FOCUS ON HUMANISTIC VALUES IN THE WORK “HARD TIMES” BY CHARLES DICKENS
Gafarova Z.Z.
Scientific advisor: PhD, Associate professor
Ostanova Hilola
Master’s student of Asia International University
Keywords: humanism, utilitarianism, empathy
Abstract
This article explores Charles Dickens’s emphasis on humanistic values in his novel “Hard Times”. The study focuses on how Dickens critiques the dehumanizing effects of industrialization and materialism, advocating for compassion, imagination, and moral integrity as essential elements of a fulfilling life. By analyzing key characters and their struggles, the article highlights the tension between utilitarian ideals and the inherent worth of individual creativity and emotional well-being. Dickens’s work serves as a timeless reminder of the importance of humanity in the face of societal progress.
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