David Copperfield is a novel by Charles Dickens, first published in 1850. The story follows the life of the titular character from childhood to maturity. One of the main characters in the novel is Dora Spenlow, a young woman whom David Copperfield falls in love with and eventually marries. Another important character is Emly, a young woman who is the daughter of David's former nurse, Peggotty. Emly is a kind and gentle soul who is deeply devoted to her family. Both Dora and Emly are important characters in the novel, and their presence helps to shape the story of David Copperfield.