The image shows a black and white drawing of a man with a beard, believed to be the author of the book "The Life and Times of Charles Dickens". The man is wearing a suit and has a serious expression on his face, suggesting he is deep in thought. His hair is neatly combed and his eyes are focused intently on something in the distance. The text at the bottom of the image reads "Charles Dickens" in bold, black lettering.