Childhood trauma played a significant role in Charles Dickens's writings. Experiencing poverty and hardship during his early years, including working in a factory at a young age, deeply influenced his perspective. These experiences imbued his stories with themes of social injustice and the struggles of the underprivileged. Dickens's characters often reflect the harsh realities of Victorian society, and his desire for reform is evident, as he sought to shed light on the lives of those marginalized in society.