#93: British Invasion Summer Series - “Oliver Twist” by Charles Dickens ft. Dr. Doug Kern & Dr. Paul Cote

Consider yourself at home with this final installment of the British Invasion Summer Series. Hosts Courtney and Emily welcome back Dr. Doug Kern and Dr. Paul Cote as guest readers to compare Charles Dickens’ 1838 novel, Oliver Twist, to Disney’s 1988 animated film Oliver and Company. Drastically different, you will not recognize Billy Joel’s beloved portrayal of Dodger from the Artful Dodger in Dickens’ original story, but both the film and the novel have their own merits that make each a classic. You do not have to worry, the conclusion of this summer series has plenty of street savoir faire which might encourage you to revisit this pre Disney Renaissance film. 

Review Book of the Mouse Club on iTunes and Google Play and send any questions, comments, or suggestions to the hosts at bookofthemouseclub@gmail.com

Follow Our Reading Journey On Social Media!

Official Twitter and Instagram: @BookoftheMouse

Courtney: Instagram @greatguthsby, Twitter @Courtney_Guth, and Goodreads

Emily: Instagram and Twitter @emily_mickde, and Goodreads

Paul: Twitter @paul_the_cote and @paul-the-cote@bsky.social and Instagram @bigpjamas 

Video: Oliver & Company - Segment from 1988 Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade