Sydney Carton Vs Madame Defarge

“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times,” the novel, A Tale of Two Cities written by Charles Dickens, opens up in 1775 in the face of the French Revolution. The classic novel takes place in England and France where Sydney Carton and Madame Defarge both contrast greatly. Carton changes his life as an indolent, alcoholic to a man of bravery who sacrifices his own life whereas Madame Defarge, the antagonist, is a vengeful woman representing the French Revolution. Both Sydney Carton and Madame Defarge show dedication for different reasons which portrays the theme, good vs. evil. Sydney Carton is introduced as a drudge whereas Madame Defarge is introduced angry and mysteriously. Sydney Carton is a depressed man who doesn’t believe …show more content…
Sydney Carton uses his dedication to help Lucie and to save her happiness. To do this, he keeps his word of doing anything for her to keep her happy, and he switches places with Charles Darnay. Because Darnay and Carton look alike, Carton is able to trade places with him and save Darnay. Carton although has to die, does not seem to care except that Lucie will be happy and that his purpose of life is over. This shows he is dedicated to help make Lucie Manette, the girl he loves, happy. Madame Defarge in comparison, is dedicated to the revolution. She is focused on taking down everyone who was once rich and seeking revenge on what they have done to the poor. In this moment, Madame Defarge appear to be acting as though they are the rich now and the rich were the innocents then killed. When Madame Defarge finally gets revenge on Darnay, she talks about getting revenge on Lucie and little Lucie. Her husband, Ernest Defarge believes she has taking it further and says to have mercy on Dr. Manette. Madame Defarge goes against her husband, and tries to find Lucie. This shows even though she made her revenge, she continues to go after more innocent people because she is dedicated to the