Thank you for digging up the quote and summarizing the sentiment. I've never been able to put my finger on this aspect of Dickens. I personally share the same

Thank you for digging up the quote and summarizing the sentiment. I've never been able to put my finger on this aspect of Dickens. I personally share the same philosophy that morality swings above its weight in the grand scheme of society. It's fully within our control as individuals and therefore a worthy target for literary influence.