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It follows the story of Thomas Gradgrind, a harsh utilitarian school headmaster, and his family and students, who struggle to reconcile their diverse perspectives on life. Through the character of Thomas Gradgrind, Dickens paints a vivid picture of the industrialization of England, and the effects it had on the lives of those in the working class. Through the eyes of his characters, Dickens explores the importance of having a sense of joy in life, and the consequences of a life without it.