In the little world in which children have their existence, whosoever brings them up, there is nothing so finely perceived and so finely felt as injustice.

Summary

This quote by Charles Dickens highlights the sensitivity of children towards injustice. In their limited and innocent world, children possess a unique perception and acute awareness of what is fair and unfair. They are deeply impacted by acts of injustice, as their pure sense of right and wrong is unclouded by cynicism or experience. Dickens emphasizes the profound emotional connection children have to the concept of injustice, underscoring their profound ability to recognize and respond to inequalities and unfairness.

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