Resurrection is a powerful theme found throughout the plot of A Tale of Two Cities. Many of the characters in
the novel are involved with the intertwining themes of love, redemption, and good versus evil. The theme of resurrection
involves certain aspects of all of these themes and brings the story together.
Dr. Manette is the first person to experience resurrection in A Tale of Two Cities. He is taken away from his
pregnant wife and then imprisoned for eighteen very long years. Over the years, his condition deteriorates until he
forgets his real name and mindlessly cobbles shoes to…