Charles Dickens was an extremely popular author during the Victorian era. His novels were serially published in magazines. Many attribute Dickens's popularity to his well-written stories, full of coincidences and fate. He used many literary elements, including foreshadowing and verbal and dramatic irony, to attract and hold readers' attention. Charles Dickens appeases his readers' appetite for complex, sentimental plots with clever chapter titles, cliffhangers, and the overall theme of destiny. Dickens uses verbal irony in chapter titles to reveal a person's true character. He calls the chapter dealing with Carton's thoughts and feelings "A Fellow of No Delicacy" and the chapter on Stryver "A Fellow of Delicacy". Stryver maintains the attitude that he would give Lucy a great gift if he made her his wife. His arrogance leads to anger when his love for Lucie is questioned. Stryver boldly announces his intention to tell her of his good fortune without any doubt in his mind that she will be delighted and thank him for brightening her future. He never questioned whether or not she would accept his marriage proposal or if she would ever love him. Carton, for his part, said eloquently to Lucie: “If you listen to me a little more, everything you can do for me is done. I wish you knew that you were the last dream of my soul” (115). He confesses his love to her without presuming that they will marry. Carton seems listless, but once he finds the courage to tell Lucie his true feelings for her, his words are thoughtful and beautiful. He goes on to tell her: "...when you see your own dazzling beauty rising again at your feet, think from time to time that there is a man who would give it..." middle of paper... His life will be better with the love of his life by his side and this is the ultimate proof of his love and devotion. The sentimental values ​​of A Tale of Two Cities appealed to the original Victorian readers just as they appeal to its modern readers. Charles Dickens' writings are always able to mesmerize readers with a gripping story by employing verbal irony in chapter titles and hooks at the end. chapters and the role of destiny in the life of each character. The story suggests that a person is destined to do something for a person they love, and that is what gives their life purpose. Nostalgic and romantic feelings draw the reader in and help them empathize with the characters. An exciting plot and skillful use of literary elements make this a captivating story that has spoken to many generations. Works Cited Dickens, Charles. A tale of two cities. Np: Dover, 1999. Print.