A new guided tour of the Dickens Museum reveals the seedier aspects of Charles Dickens's life, including his addiction struggles and relationships, challenging his image as a moral reformer.
The Sex, Gin and Opium tour portrays the dark sides of Victorian London, highlighting how prevalent addictions were among the populace, particularly the obsessions with gin and opium.
Visitors can enjoy Mrs Gamp's Gin in the museum café, a nod to Dickensian characters, while exploring the author’s home and his transformation from a young family man to a global literary figure.
During his time residing at 48, Doughty Street, Dickens achieved fame and fortune, all the while navigating personal challenges within his rapidly expanding family life.
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