Dr. Manette played a role in the play A Tale of Two Cities. He portrays an important theme in the play. He shows that resurrection is the result of a sacrifice. He tries to portray the message of Christ who was resurrected into eternal bliss after he made the ultimate sacrifice of giving his life for mankind. He is imprisoned for many years but is finally resurrected back to life by Lucie’s love. However, he is not the only man brought back to life.
Carton, sacrificing himself after saying a Christian prayer is also brought to life and Jerry cruncher, also known as the ‘resurrection man’ finally gives up his wrong ways to find his resurrection also.