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El cuento clásico viene presentado con otras dos historias de Dickens. A Christmas Carol es el libro más influyente de Dickens; divertido e inteligente.

In "The Cricket on the Hearth: A Fairy Tale of Home," Charles Dickens weaves a rich tapestry of domestic life, imbuing his narrative with elements of allegory and fantasy. Set in Victorian England, this novella explores themes of family, love, and the magic inherent in daily existence, as embodied by the titular cricket that serves as a guardian spirit in the home. Dickens employs a blend of pathos and humor, illustrated through vivid characterizations and a lyrical prose style, making the narrative accessible yet profound, reflective of his mastery in creating narratives that reveal deeper social truths. Charles Dickens, renowned for his vivid storytelling and keen social commentary, was profoundly influenced by his own tumultuous upbringing. His experiences with poverty and family strife significantly shaped his worldview, driving him to advocate for the underprivileged in society. This novella, situated among his numerous holiday tales, demonstrates his enduring belief in the home as a sanctuary amidst adversity. The work reflects Dickenss personal values, emphasizing the importance of compassion and the joy found in familial bonds. "The Cricket on the Hearth" is highly recommended for readers seeking a comforting narrative that encapsulates the essence of home and the heartwarming joys that come with it. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Dickens or new to his work, this enchanting tale invites reflection on the transformative power of love and the enduring spirit of hope, making it a timeless addition to any literary collection.

In "Hunted Down: The Detective Stories of Charles Dickens," the luminary Dickens navigates the realm of crime and moral intricacies through a collection of gripping tales that reveal his profound understanding of human nature. Written in vivid prose marked by intricate characterizations and meticulous plotting, these stories highlight the early stages of the detective genre, predating the more famed works of Arthur Conan Doyle. Dickens employs a unique blend of suspense and social commentary, meticulously exploring the interplay between criminality and societal structures, a reflection of the Victorian eras anxieties and the burgeoning interest in forensic science. Charles Dickens, an iconic figure in English literature, immersed himself in the trials of the urban poor and the destitute, experiences that profoundly influenced his storytelling. Born into challenging circumstances, Dickens often confronted the darker aspects of society in his works. His fascination with the detective genre stemmed from both personal experiences as a court reporter and his encounters with law enforcement, equipping him with a keen insight into the human psyche and moral quandaries that pervade his narratives. Readers seeking an intelligent and engaging exploration of crime and morality will find "Hunted Down" to be an essential addition to their libraries. Dickens stories not only entertain but also evoke critical reflections on justice and society, making this collection an enlightening and impactful reading experience.

Widely regarded as Dickenss masterpiece, Bleak House centers on the generations-long lawsuit Jarndyce and Jarndyce, through which "whole families have inherited legendary hatreds." Focusing on Esther Summerson, a ward of John Jarndyce, the novel traces Esthers romantic coming-of-age and, in classic Dickensian style, the gradual revelation of long-buried secrets, all set against the foggy backdrop of the Court of Chancery. Mixing romance, mystery, comedy, and satire, Bleak House limns the suffering caused by the intricate inefficiency of the law.

Best known for enduring classics such as Oliver Twist and A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens also wrote a number of short stories and novellas, often neglected today. A House to Let is one such story, originally published in Household Words and ingeniously written in alternating chapters by Dickens himself and his friends Wilkie Collins, Elizabeth Gaskell and Adelaide Anne Procter. Advised by her doctor to have a change of scene, the elderly Sophonisba takes up lodgings in London. Immediately intrigued by the vacant house to let opposite, she charges her two warring servants, Trottle and Jarber, to unearth the secret behind its seeming desertedness. Rivals to the end, they each seek to outdo the other to satisfy their mistress curiosity, but it is only after repeated false starts - and by way of elaborate tales of lost men at sea, circus performers, and forged death certificates - that they happen upon the truth.

Great Expectations by Charles Dickens is a classic coming of age novel featuring the journey of orphan named Pip in the English marshes and later London. Great Expectations was originally published in weekly installments and then was later edited into a single novel. Great Expectations is required reading in many high school and college English courses. This Xist Classics edition has been professionally formatted for e-readers with a linked table of contents. This eBook also contains a bonus book club leadership guide and discussion questions. We hope youll share this book with your friends, neighbors and colleagues and cant wait to hear what you have to say about it.Xist Publishing is a digital-first publisher. Xist Publishing creates books for the touchscreen generation and is dedicated to helping everyone develop a lifetime love of reading, no matter what form it takes

Bah,said Scrooge, Humbug.But that was before he was presented with visions of Christmas Past, Christmas Present and Christmas Yet to Come, which gave him a whole new lease of life:I am as light as a feather, I am as happy as an angel, I am as merry as a schoolboy. I am as giddy as a drunken man. A merry Christmas to everybody! A happy New Year to all the World!Old Ebenezer Scrooge is too mean to spend money on coals for the fire in his counting-house, where his clerk Bob Cratchit shivers in the winter cold.Declining an invitation to his nephew Freds Christmas party, and refusing to give money to charity, he is ready for his usual miserly Christmas in his cold, dingy apartment. But that night, the ghost of his dead partner Jacob Marley appears, in chains, and tells him to expect a visit from three spirits over the next three nights. Sure enough, the Ghost of Christmas Past, Christmas Present and Christmas Yet to Come lead Scrooge through his early years, the meagre Christmas about to happen in Bob Cratchits family and the jolly Christmas party at his nephews home, and finally a vision of his own death as a wealthy but avaricious and unhappy miser.Waking from these visions, Scrooge is given a chance to redeem himself, attending Freds party and lavishing gifts on the Cratchit family and learning that kindness and generosity to others lead to his own happiness.

Things are going to be different. Very different...1838, London. Jacob Marley is dead. And so is Ebenezer ScroogeIn this reinvention of the timeless classic, Ebenezer has died and his sister Fan has inherited his money-lending business. She rapidly becomes notorious as the most monstrous miser ever known, a legendary misanthrope, lonely, and despised by all who cross her path.This year, on Christmas Eve, Fan Scrooge will be haunted by three spirits. They want her to change. But will she?This stage adaptation of Charles Dickenss Christmas tale is by renowned author Piers Torday. Christmas Carol: A Fairy Tale first came to life in the Dickensian environment of the worlds oldest-surviving music hall, Wiltons Music Hall, London, in December 2019.It will prove a festive gift for amateur theatre companies seeking an original, female-led version with lashings of goodwill to all men and women.

The story of the orphan Oliver, who runs away from the workhouse only to be taken in by a den of thieves, shocked readers when it was first published. Dickenss tale of childhood innocence beset by evil depicts the dark criminal underworld of a London peopled by vivid and memorable characters the arch-villain Fagin, the artful Dodger, the menacing Bill Sikes and the prostitute Nancy. Combining elements of Gothic Romance, the Newgate Novel and popular melodrama, in Oliver Twist Dickens created an entirely new kind of fiction, scathing in its indictment of a cruel society, and pervaded by an unforgettable sense of threat and mystery.

A simplified version of a great British classic.The story isset in 1852.Three young people meet for the first time in the High Court ofChancery. They are the latest victims to be cought in the monolithiccourtcase of Jarndyce vs Jarndyce, which has dragged on for generations,breakingits claimants.

La vida del joven Pip, un pequeño huérfano que vive bajo el cuidado de su hermana, la señora Joe, está a apunto de cambiar gracias a un encuentro inesperado durante una visita a la tumba de sus padr

Oliver Twist ou história de um órfão é um dos maiores clássicos da literatura inglesa. Aqui, acompanhamos a história de um menino órfão e pouco sortudo, que perdeu a mãe no nascimento. O personagem

A beautifully simple adaptation of one of Dickenss best-loved novels, bringing it thrillingly to life for the stage.When the orphan Pip meets the convict Magwitch in a graveyard and is forced to help him escape, his life takes a series of unexpected turns. Invited to the house of the mysterious Miss Havisham, he falls in love with her adopted daughter, the beautiful but cold-hearted Estella. Then the generosity of an unknown benefactor sends him to London to become a gentleman. But the truth behind his change of fortune, once revealed, is not what Pip expects...Jo Cliffords adaptation of Great Expectations was first performed at Richmond Theatre, London, in 2012, before transferring to the West End.Eminently actable and stageable, this version is also ideal for schools and amateur theatre companies.This edition contains introductions by Simon Callow, Lucinda Dickens Hawksley (great-great-great granddaughter of Charles Dickens) and Clifford herself.

Además de las novelas que le valieron desde el momento mismo de su publicación un lugar inamovible entre el favor de los lectores, Charles Dickens consagró a la festividad navideña cinco novelas cortas ambientadas en estas fechas marcadas por el encuentro de las emociones, el balance de lo hecho y lo por hacer, y la a menudo sangrante desigualdad que en ellas parece ponerse mas de relieve. Teñidas con frecuencia de un componente fantasmagorico o magico, este volumen las reune en su integridad, comenzando por la celeberrima Cancion de Navidad, en la que el avaro Scrooge experimenta una transformacion por obra de diferentes visiones y apariciones, para seguir con Las campanadas, El grillo del hogar, La batalla de la vida y El hechizado, piezas todas ellas de amena y placentera lectura en la concreta ocasion navideña o en otra cualquiera.