Charles Dickens's childhood experiences heavily influenced his novels. Growing up in poverty in Victorian England, Dickens faced struggles that shaped his understanding of social inequities. His father's imprisonment for debt forced him to work at a young age in a factory, an experience that left a lasting impression. Dickens's works, such as "Oliver Twist" and "David Copperfield", reflect themes of class struggle, child labor, and the importance of compassion. His vivid portrayals of the struggles faced by the poor and marginalized echo his own difficult past, making his narratives both personal and politically charged.