Oliver Twist is the story of a young orphan boy who endures a harsh life in a workhouse before daring to ask for more food, an act that sets off a chain of events leading him to the dangerous streets of London. There, he is taken in by a gang of young pickpockets led by the cunning Fagin and the violent Bill Sikes. Despite the corruption and cruelty around him, Oliver's inherent goodness shines through as he searches for kindness, family, and his true identity, uncovering secrets about his past along the way. The novel is a powerful tale of resilience, social injustice, and the fight for a better life.