During his time Charles Dickens books were considered what?

Answer 1

An almost unqualified success. Pickwick was a little slow to catch on, but once it did, all his subsequent books were very popular.

Answer 2

During his time, Charles Dickens' books were considered popular, socially conscious works that shed light on the inequalities and injustices of Victorian society. His works often highlighted the plight of the lower classes and called for social reform.