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In Charles Dickens classic novel, The Pickwick Papers (Illustrated), readers are introduced to the misadventures of Mr. Samuel Pickwick and his fellow members of the Pickwick Club as they travel through the English countryside. The novel is characterized by its episodic structure and gentle satire of various social issues, making it a beloved example of early Victorian fiction. The illustrations scattered throughout the book further enhance the reading experience, providing visual context to the humor and drama of the narrative. Charles Dickens, known for his vivid characters and keen observations of society, drew inspiration for The Pickwick Papers from his own experiences as a young journalist and writer in London. His astute understanding of human nature is evident in the depth and complexity of the characters he creates, making them both memorable and relatable to readers of all ages. I highly recommend The Pickwick Papers (Illustrated) to those who enjoy classic literature, as it offers a delightful blend of humor, social commentary, and intricate storytelling that has captivated readers for generations.

In Charles DickensNicholas Nickleby (Illustrated), readers are transported into the intricate world of 19th-century England. The novel follows the life of the young Nicholas Nickleby as he navigates through a society filled with corruption, greed, and social injustices. Dickens signature literary style shines through in this work, with vivid descriptions, memorable characters, and a keen eye for social commentary. The book is enriched with illustrations that enhance the readers experience, bringing the story to life in a visual sense. Set against the backdrop of Victorian England, Nicholas Nickleby (Illustrated) offers a compelling exploration of the human condition and societal issues of the time. It is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its engaging narrative and insightful critique of society. Charles Dickens, known for his iconic literary works and contributions to the Victorian era, drew inspiration from his own experiences and observations to create this novel. His deep understanding of human nature and social dynamics is evident throughout the book, making it a fascinating read for those interested in 19th-century literature and social history. Nicholas Nickleby (Illustrated) is a must-read for anyone looking to delve into the rich tapestry of Dickens storytelling and explore the complexities of Victorian society.

One of Dickens''s most haunting and bizarre novels, The Old Curiosity Shop is the story of ''Little Nell'' and her persecution by the grotesque and lecherous Quilp. It is a shifting kaleidoscope of events and characters as the story reaches its tragic climax, an ending that famously devastated the novel''s earliest readers. Dickens blends naturalistic and allegorical styles to encompass both the actual blight of Victorian industrialization and textual echoes of Bunyan, the Romantic poets, Shakespeare, pantomine, and Jacobean tragedy. This edition uses the Clarendon text, the definitive edition of the novels of Charles Dickens, and includes the original illustrations.

Classic / British English (Available February 2008) Pip is a poor orphan whose life is changed forever by two very different meetings one with an escaped convict and the other with an eccentric old lady and the beautiful girl who lives with her. And who is the mysterious person who leaves him a fortune?

Classic / British English (Available February 2008) His mother is dead, so little Oliver Twist is brought up in the workhouse. Beaten and starved, he runs away to London, where he joins Fagins gang of thieves. By chance he also finds good new friends but can they protect him from people who rob and murder without mercy?

A melodrama of honest youth triumphing over vice and injustice, this novel is an indignant protest against cruelty and oppression, most memorably encapsulated in Dickens's portrayal of Mr Squeers and his wicked boarding school - a passage which helped to reform the Victorian education system.

Classic / British English (Available February 2008) Scrooge is a cold, hard man. He loves money, and he doesnt like people. He really doesnt like Christmas. But when some ghosts visit him, they show him his past life, his life now, and a possible future. Will Scrooge learn from the ghosts? Can he change?

Un grupo de amigos se reúne en una casa aparentemente encantada con la intención de descubrir evidencias de lo sobrenatural. Recluidos en sus habitaciones durante la navidad, vuelven a juntarse en la noche de reyes con el fin de contar, cada uno, las historias de sus encuentros fantasmales. La Casa encantada apareció para las navidades de 1859 en el semanario que Dickens dirigía, y en ella intervienen varios de sus colaboradores habituales, entre ellos Wilkie Collins y Elizabeth Gaskell. Cada uno de ellos encargó de narrar una historia en cada habitación de esta singular casa encantada. De este modo, crearon una obra colectiva que había permanecido hasta ahora inédita en castellano.

Un clásico indispensable inspirado en la Revolución Francesa. Dickens nos ofrece un panorama de personajes cuyas humildes vidas se ven trastornadas por el estallido de un terrible suceso histórico. La historia transcurre entre Londres y Paris durante la epoca de la Revolucion Francesa; una revolucion que se presenta como un justo castigo a la aristocracia por los siglos de explotacion y maltrato del pueblo.

Desde su publicación por entregas entre 1849 y 1850, David Cooperfield, el "hijo favorito" de su autor, no ha dejado más que una estela de admiración, alegría y gratitud. Para Swinburne era "una obra maestra suprema". Henry James recordaba que de niño se escondia debajo de una mesa para oir a su madre leer las entregas en voz alta. Dostoievski la leyo en su prision en Siberia. Tolstoi la consideraba el mayor hallazgo de Dickens, y el capitulo de la tempestad, el patron por el que deberia juzgarse toda obra de ficcion. Fue la novela favorita de Sigmund Freud. Kafka la imito en Amerika y Joyce la parodio en Ulises. Para Cesare Pavese, "en estas paginas inolvidables cada uno de nosotros (no se me ocurre elogio mayor) vuelve a encontrar su propia experiencia secreta". El lector tiene ahora la ocasion de recuperar esa experiencia secreta gracias a la nueva y excelente traduccion de Marta Solis, la primera en español en mas de cincuenta años de una obra clave, sin ningun genero de dudas, de la literatura universal.

In Victorian England, Amy Dorrit lovingly looks after his father William imprisoned for debt in the Marshalsea prison and secretly falls in love with the young family friend Arthur. An unexpected inheritance will completely change the state of affairs

Novel set between London and Paris, which portrays the brutal response of the people demoralized towards the French aristocracy, which will lead to the French Revolution and the subsequent Reign of T

Ridotti in miseria, un vecchio antiquario e la giovane nipote Nell lasciano la bottega dantiquario ed iniziano la loro peregrinazione per Londra, che li portera ad incontrare numerosi bizzarri personaggi e che si concludera in una tranquilla e verde cittadina, nella quale pero Nell non riuscira a trovare conforto alle sue pene fino al tragico epilogo. Libro in lingua originale inglese con traduzione in italiano.

Vita di Charles Dickens e la prima biografia sul romanziere inglese, scritta da John Forster e pubblicata nel 1875. Nato a Newcastle-on Tyne (1812-1876), figlio di un commerciante di bestiame, Forster studia a Cambridge per diventare avvocato. Tuttavia dopo luniversita preferisce dedicarsi allattivita di giornalista. In breve diventa famoso nei circoli letterari come critico soprattutto dopo la pubblicazione nel 1840 del Treatise on the Popular Progress in English History. Nel Natale del 1836 il romanziere William Harrison Ainsworth gli presenta Charles Dickens con il quale inizia una assidua corrispondenza fino a diventare il suo confidente di fiducia. A partire dal Pickwick e per i romanzi successivi, Forster e consulente di Dickens per quel che riguarda la progettazione, la scrittura e la revisione dei testi. Nel 1868 inizia la biografia su Charles Dickens, lavoro per cui ancora oggi e maggiormente conosciuto. Il libro e basato sulla prima versione tradotta dallinglese della biografia, pubblicata a Milano nel 1879 presso la Tipografia Editrice Lombarda.

Celeberrimo racconto che narra la conversione dellarido e tirchio Ebenezer Scrooge visitato nella notte di Natale da tre spiriti (del passato, del presente e del futuro) preceduti da unammonizione dello spettro del defunto amico e collega Jacob Marley. Libro in lingua originale inglese con traduzione in italiano.

Novella that tells the story of transformation of the bitter old miser Ebenezer Scrooge resulting from supernatural visits by Jacob Marley and the Ghosts of Christmases Past, Present and Yet to Come.

The story traces the life and the formation of David Copperfield. The sad and unfortunate childhood, the growth under the wing of Aunt Betsey to the maturity.

John Harmon, discovers that he has inherited a fortune after the death of his father. To claim the inheritance the only condition is to marry Bella Wilfer, a woman he does not know. A fortuity allows him to know Bella incognito, bringing the couple to the happy ending.

Canto di Natale (A Christmas Carol) e uno dei racconti piu celebri di Dickens e uno dei piu famosi dedicati a quella che e la ricorrenza dei buoni sentimenti per eccellenza: il Natale. Buoni sentimenti che non animano lavaro e insensibile protagonista, Ebenezer Scrooge. Il vecchio finanziere vede la festivita solo come una perdita di tempo e di denaro, e il guadagno e lunica cosa che gli interessi. Ma la sua fredda e impietosa visione del mondo sara sconvolta dalle visite che ricevera la notte della Vigilia. La prima e lapparizione del fantasma del defunto socio daffari, Marley, vissuto anchesso nellavida ricerca di guadagno e costretto a vagare senza tregua ne pace, stretto dalle catene che trascina e dal rimorso. Il fantasma preannuncia a Scrooge limminente arrivo di altri tre Spiriti, che puntualmente si presentano ad animare la notte di questa insolita Vigilia. Il viaggio nel tempo e nello spazio attraverso il quale verra condotto dai tre Spiriti porteranno il vecchio finanziere a rivivere e a comprendere gli errori della sua vita, e a porvi infine rimedio.