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The Huffington Post UK   First Posted: 7/02/2012 11:42 Updated: 7/02/2012 13:10

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In case you haven't read a newspaper or been on Twitter yet - today is the the day when the world goes officially Charles Dickens crazy.

Events are taking place across the UK and the rest of the world, including a wreath laying ceremony at Westminster Abbey, literature festivals and theatre performances.

But fear not Dickens' fans, if you happen to be stuck in work today you haven't missed the boat entirely - there will be opportunities throughout 2012 to pay homage to the author and learn more about his influences.

We've rounded up our favourites from the Dickens 2012 event calendar in the gallery below.

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The actor, writer and director has been effervescent to say the least as he's played his part in lauding Dickens this year. Hear him wax lyrical, as only he can, at various venues across the country.

6 February - 29 February 2012

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For more Dickens events, visit dickens2012.org

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In case you haven't read a newspaper or been on Twitter yet - today is the the day when the world goes officially Charles Dickens crazy. Events are taking place across the UK and the rest of the wo...
In case you haven't read a newspaper or been on Twitter yet - today is the the day when the world goes officially Charles Dickens crazy. Events are taking place across the UK and the rest of the wo...
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