Dickens and His Readers Philip Collins argues that Dickens' writing reflects not only a marvellous rapport with a cross-section of Victorian society but an integration of populism with a concern for 'the raising up of those that are down.' Philip Collins | Published in History Today Volume 37 Issue 7 July 1987 To continue reading this article you need to purchase a subscription, available from only £5. Start my trial subscription now If you have already purchased access, or are a print & archive subscriber, please ensure you are logged in. Please email digital@historytoday.com if you have any problems. VictorianBritainEnglandLiterature Popular articles Doc Holliday: The Perennial Sidekick Is it Possible to Forgive and Forget?