# Barnaby Rudge

> Set in London during the Gordon Riots of 1780, the story centers on the simple-minded Barnaby and his mother.

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## About
Barnaby Rudge is set in London during the Gordon Riots of 1780. It centers on Barnaby, a simple-minded young man, and his mother. They live near an old country inn called the Maypole. The locksmith Gabriel Varden and his daughter Dolly enter their circle. A mysterious stranger and a former servant also appear. The book portrays the riots and their impact on daily life. Dickens includes details of the crowds and the destruction they cause. The story mixes personal histories with public disorder.