One of the world's most celebrated authors, Charles Dickens, is renowned for his vivid characters, compelling storytelling and sharp social commentary. Through his novels, Dickens captured the struggles and triumphs of humanity, often highlighting themes of poverty, injustice and the resilience of the human spirit.
In this collection of his best quotes, we delve into Dickens' wit, wisdom, and observations on life, providing a glimpse into the mind of one of literature’s greatest voices.
Best Charles Dickens quotes
“There is nothing in the world so irresistibly contagious as laughter and good humor.”
― Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol
“Never close your lips to those whom you have already opened your heart.”
― Charles Dickens
“There are books of which the backs and covers are by far the best parts.”
― Charles Dickens, Oliver Twist
“No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another.”
― Charles Dickens
“We need never be ashamed of our tears.”
― Charles Dickens, Great Expectations
“The pain of parting is nothing to the joy of meeting again.”
― Charles Dickens, Nicholas Nickleby
“Procrastination is the thief of time, collar him.”
― Charles Dickens, David Copperfield
“There is a wisdom of the head, and... there is a wisdom of the heart.”
― Charles Dickens, Hard Times
“A loving heart is the truest wisdom.”
― Charles Dickens
“Family not only need to consist of merely those whom we share blood, but also for those whom we'd give blood.”
― Charles Dickens
“Happiness is a gift and the trick is not to expect it, but to delight in it when it comes.”
― Charles Dickens, Nicholas Nickleby
“[Credit is a system whereby] a person who can't pay, gets another person who can't pay, to guarantee that he can pay.”
― Charles Dickens, Little Dorrit