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This text is a revised edition of Charles Dickens' classic tale. As Pip eagerly abandons his humble origins to begin a new life as a gentleman, his education and development through adversity are depicted and he discovers the true nature of his great expectations.

Tal vez porque esté inspirada en no poca medida en experiencias propias, "David Copperfield" era, como confesó el propio Charles Dickens (1812-1870), la novela favorita de entre las suyas, detalle no despreciable tratandose del escritor mas grande y popular de la Inglaterra victoriana. Y es que en esta afortunada novela Dickens consiguio como en pocas mezclar las dosis justas de melodrama y comicidad, de crueldad y ternura, a traves de una amplia e inolvidable galeria de personajes entre los que destacan, aparte del propio David, su bondadosa y vehemente tia Betsey Trotwood, el amable señor Micawber, siempre sin blanca, y el perfido e inescrupuloso Uriah Heep. Otras obras de Dickens en Alianza Editorial: "Tiempos dificiles", "Grandes esperanzas", "Oliver Twist", "La tienda de antiguedades", "Historia de dos ciudades", "Cancion de Navidad" y "El guardavia y otros cuentos de miedo".Traduccion de Miguel Angel Perez PerezTal vez porque esté inspirada en no poca medida en experiencias propias, "David Copperfield" era, como confesó el propio Charles Dickens (1812-1870), la novela favorita de entre las suyas, detalle no despreciable tratandose del escritor mas grande y popular de la Inglaterra victoriana. Y es que en esta afortunada novela Dickens consiguio como en pocas mezclar las dosis justas de melodrama y comicidad, de crueldad y ternura, a traves de una amplia e inolvidable galeria de personajes entre los que destacan, aparte del propio David, su bondadosa y vehemente tia Betsey Trotwood, el amable señor Micawber, siempre sin blanca, y el perfido e inescrupuloso Uriah Heep. Otras obras de Dickens en Alianza Editorial: "Tiempos dificiles", "Grandes esperanzas", "Oliver Twist", "La tienda de antiguedades", "Historia de dos ciudades", "Cancion de Navidad" y "El guardavia y otros cuentos de miedo".Traduccion de Miguel Angel Perez Perez

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La gran novela de aprendizaje de Charles Dickens, un imprescindible en toda buena biblioteca. Traducción de Jonio González Introducción de David Trotter, profesor de la Universidad de Cambridge Esta es la historia de Pip, un joven huerfano y miedoso cuyo humilde destino se ve agraciado por un benefactor inesperado que cambiara el destino de su vida y hara de el un caballero. Grandes esperanzas es una maravillosa novela de aprendizaje, con una inolvidable galeria de protagonistas que trazan un acabado retrato de epoca, y, al mismo tiempo, una honda reflexion sobre las constantes de la condicion humana. El catedratico emerito de la Universidad de Cambridge y eminente estudioso del mundo victoriano David Trotter firma la introduccion que abre el volumen. La sigue la esplendida traduccion de Jonio Gonzalez, que acerca fielmente al lector a la que, para muchos, es la obra maestra de Charles Dickens.Vladimir Nabokov dijo...Dickens es siempre profundo y sincero en su escritura.

Esta novela inolvidable es una de las obras maestras del genio literario de Dickens. Traducción de Josep Marco Borillo Introducción de Philip Horne, profesor de la University College London La historia del pequeño Oliver, criado en un hospicio, empleado en una funeraria y reclutado por una banda de ladrones que el no reconoce como tales, no solo es un soberbio escaparate de celeberrimas creaciones dickensianas, sino que ademas resulta un magnifico y apasionante relato sobre la inocencia acosada. Los distintos personajes que el heroe va encontrando en su camino nos descubren al Dickens idilico y sentimental, en una de las muestras mas perdurables de su genio. La posteridad ha convertido en mito las peripecias del pequeño muchacho, vertidas a nuestra lengua aqui por Josep Marco Borillo y el equipo de la Universitat Jaume I de Castello. La modernidad de la traduccion, asi como la reveladora introduccion que firma el catedratico del University College Philip Horne, convierten la presente en una edicion indispensable.

This classic novel by Charles Dickens begins in 1775, and is set in London and Paris before and during the French Revolution, a dangerous, violent time. Revolutionary peasants capture French aristocrat Charles Darnay and sentence him to death. Only his look-alike, English lawyer Sydney Carton, can save him. But both men love the same woman. How will it all end?

El narrador y protagonista de este relato, llamado Doctor en homenaje al médico que le ayudó a nacer, se gana la vida como vendedor ambulante. Hijo de buhoneros y sumamente orgulloso de su oficio, Doctor Marigold nos relata los sucesos mas importantes de su vida, entre los que destaca especialmente su encuentro con Sophy, una niña sordomuda a la que adopta y para cuya educacion tendra que hacer uso de todo su ingenio.Ademas del indudable valor literario que posee el relato por si mismo, resulta interesante tambien por lo que su protagonista tiene de reflejo del propio autor. Tal como señala Peter Ackroyd en su biografia del escritor ingles, Lo mas sorpredente es que Dickens dejara entrever tanto de si mismo en el personaje de aquel mercachifle, como si, en aquel preciso momento de su vida, se sintiera mas cerca de aquel buhonero que de nadie.

"Oliver Twist" es una novela que capta desde el primer momento la atención del lector y la mantiene hasta su última página. Una trama excelentemente urdida, personajes inolvidables, buenos y malvados, drama, tension, amenazas y peligros, aventuras y peripecias, y un final inesperado y feliz son los ingredientes que hacen de ella una obra sin edad, objeto de numerosas adaptaciones en cine y television."Oliver Twist" es una novela que capta desde el primer momento la atención del lector y la mantiene hasta su última página. Una trama excelentemente urdida, personajes inolvidables, buenos y malvados, drama, tension, amenazas y peligros, aventuras y peripecias, y un final inesperado y feliz son los ingredientes que hacen de ella una obra sin edad, objeto de numerosas adaptaciones en cine y television.

Bleak HouseByCharles DickensCHAPTER IIn ChanceryLondon. Michaelmas term lately over, and the Lord Chancellor sitting in Lincolns Inn Hall. Implacable November weather. As much mud in the streets as if the waters had but newly retired from the face of the earth, and it would not be wonderful to meet a Megalosaurus, forty feet long or so, waddling like an elephantine lizard up Holborn Hill. Smoke lowering down from chimney-pots, making a soft black drizzle, with flakes of soot in it as big as full-grown snowflakesgone into mourning, one might imagine, for the death of the sun.Dogs, undistinguishable in mire. Horses, scarcely better; splashed to their very blinkers. Foot passengers, jostling one anothers umbrellas in a general infection of ill temper, and losing their foot-hold at street-corners, where tens of thousands of other foot passengers have been slipping and sliding since the day broke (if this day ever broke), adding new deposits to the crust upon crust of mud, sticking at those points tenaciously to the pavement, and accumulating at compound interest.Fog everywhere. Fog up the river, where it flows among green aits and meadows; fog down the river, where it rolls defiled among the tiers of shipping and the waterside pollutions of a great (and dirty) city. Fog on the Essex marshes, fog on the Kentish heights. Fog creeping into the cabooses of collier-brigs; fog lying out on the yards and hovering in the rigging of great ships; fog drooping on the gunwales of barges and small boats. Fog in the eyes and throats of ancient Greenwich pensioners, wheezing by the firesides of their wards; fog in the stem and bowl of the afternoon pipe of the wrathful skipper, down in his close cabin; fog cruelly pinching the toes and fingers of his shivering little prentice boy on deck. Chance people on the bridges peeping over the parapets into a nether sky of fog, with fog all round them, as if they were up in a balloon and hanging in the misty clouds.Gas looming through the fog in divers places in the streets, much as the sun may, from the spongey fields, be seen to loom by husbandman and ploughboy. Most of the shops lighted two hours before their timeas the gas seems to know, for it has a haggard and unwilling look.

The Old Curiosity ShopByCharles DickensCHAPTER 1Night is generally my time for walking. In the summer I often leave home early in the morning, and roam about fields and lanes all day, or even escape for days or weeks together; but, saving in the country, I seldom go out until after dark, though, Heaven be thanked, I love its light and feel the cheerfulness it sheds upon the earth, as much as any creature living.I have fallen insensibly into this habit, both because it favours my infirmity and because it affords me greater opportunity of speculating on the characters and occupations of those who fill the streets. The glare and hurry of broad noon are not adapted to idle pursuits like mine; a glimpse of passing faces caught by the light of a street-lamp or a shop window is often better for my purpose than their full revelation in the daylight; and, if I must add the truth, night is kinder in this respect than day, which too often destroys an air-built castle at the moment of its completion, without the least ceremony or remorse.That constant pacing to and fro, that never-ending restlessness, that incessant tread of feet wearing the rough stones smooth and glossyis it not a wonder how the dwellers in narrows ways can bear to hear it! Think of a sick man in such a place as Saint Martins Court, listening to the footsteps, and in the midst of pain and weariness obliged, despite himself (as though it were a task he must perform) to detect the childs step from the mans, the slipshod beggar from the booted exquisite, the lounging from the busy, the dull heel of the sauntering outcast from the quick tread of an expectant pleasure-seekerthink of the hum and noise always being present to his sense, and of the stream oflife that will not stop, pouring on, on, on, through all his restless dreams, as if he were condemned to lie, dead but conscious, in a noisy churchyard, and had no hope of rest for centuries to come.Then, the crowds for ever passing and repassing on the bridges (on those which are free of toil at last), where many stop on fine evenings looking listlessly down upon the water with some vague idea that by and by it runs between green banks which grow wider and wider until at last it joins the broad vast seawhere some halt to rest from heavy loads and think as they look over the parapet that to smoke and lounge away ones life, and lie sleeping in the sun upon a hot tarpaulin, in a dull, slow, sluggish barge, must be happiness unalloyedand where some, and a very different class, pause with heavier loads than they, remembering to have heard or read in old time that drowning was not a hard death, but of all means of suicide the easiest and best.Covent Garden Market at sunrise too, in the spring or summer, when the fragrance of sweet flowers is in the air, over-powering even the unwholesome streams of last nights debauchery, and driving the dusky thrush, whose cage has hung outside a garret window all night long, half mad with joy! Poor bird!the only neighbouring thing at all akin to the other little captives, some of whom, shrinking from the hot hands of drunken purchasers, lie drooping on the path already, while others, soddened by close contact, await the time when they shall be watered and freshened up to please more sober company, and make old clerks who pass them on their road to business, wonder what has filled their breasts with visions of the country.But my present purpose is no...

La pequeña Dorrit, una de las novelas clásicas de Charles Dickens (1812-1870) cuenta la historia de una joven cuyo padre es encarcelado por deudas durante años en la prisión de Marshalea; de hecho, la propia Amy Dorrit nace en la prision y crece alli, aunque puede abandonarla cuando lo decide. Por otro lado, atendemos a los avatares de Arthur Clennam, un hombre que se ha dedicado al negocio familiar en el extranjero y que regresa a Londres con el proposito de cambiar por completo de vida. Arthur conoce a Amy Dorrit en casa de su madre, que la ha contratado como costurera, y conoce asi la desgraciada historia de la muchacha. Pronto ambos personajes entenderan que sus vidas tienen muchos puntos en comun, y la suerte de ambos cambiara conforme vayan desarrollandose los acontecimientos. La pequeña Dorrit es una novela profusa en ideas y personajes, y que hara las delicias de cualquier amante de Dickens. Aunque no tan conocida como otras grandes obras del maestro ingles, se ha de contar, sin duda, entre los mejores frutos de su pluma. En esta edicion se presenta una cuidada edicion ilustrada, adaptada al publico mas joven, y para los adultos que quieran revisitar las vicisitudes de la sociedad victoriana con sus luces y sombras, que tan bien retrato Dickens, de una manera rapida y amena.

This is the novel Dickens regarded as his 'favourite child' and is considered his most autobiographical. As David recounts his experiences from childhood to the discovery of his vocation as a successful novelist, Dickens draws openly and revealingly on his own life. Among the gloriously vivid cast of characters are Rosa Dartle, Dora, Steerforth, and the 'umble Uriah Heep, along with Mr Micawber, a portrait of Dickens's own father which evokes a mixture of love, nostalgia and guilt.

Entre 1860 y el final de su vida, en 1870, Dickens publicó, en un semanario que él mismo fundó, las crónicas de El viajero sin propósito, de las que aquí se presenta una cuidada selección, traducidas por primera vez al castellano. Los textos que agrupa, entre la cronica y el relato, tienen en comun el viaje como hilo conductor, y son, al mismo tiempo, paginas autobiograficas, testimonio de una epoca y un ejercicio periodistico de primer nivel. Para muchos expertos en Dickens, estas paginas son indisociables de su mejor produccion.Dickens, gran viajero, gran paseante y excepcional observador, gustaba de vagabundear sin rumbo fijo, de noche y de dia, por los muelles del puerto o los suburbios de Londres o Paris. Esa impronta de caminante urbano, capaz de retratar la variedad panoramica y la intensidad de la vida de la ciudad, marca estas paginas. Entre ellas encontramos el inconfundible humor de Dickens; como en Refrigerio para el viajero; obras maestras del periodismo, a un tiempo literario y de denuncia, como El cargamento del Gran Tasmania; relatos autobiograficos, como Historias de mi aya, o Dullborough Town; otros que nos llevan a Italia, Francia o Suiza Piezas literarias unicas que, para regocijo del lector, conjugan el habitual buen hacer de Dickens, con su erudicion y su ironia.

This carefully crafted ebook: "The Adventures of Oliver Twist (Unabridged with the Original Illustrations by George Cruikshank)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. The Adventures of Oliver Twist, first published in 1838, is a story written by Charles Dickens. Orphaned at birth, Oliver Twist grows up under the loveless, relentless watch of a workhouse. He runs away with hopes for a better life in London and finds himself taken under the wing of the Artful Dodger and caught up with a group of pickpockets, headed by Fagin. As he tries to free himself from their clutches he becomes immersed in the seedy underbelly of the Capital, amongst criminals, prostitutes and the homeless. He is rescued by Mr. Brownlow but the gang kidnap him back. But Oliver discovers the identity of his parents and the gang is exposed. Charles John Huffam Dickens ( 1812 1870) was an English writer and social critic. He created some of the worlds most memorable fictional characters and is generally regarded as the greatest novelist of the Victorian period. During his life, his works enjoyed unprecedented fame, and by the twentieth century his literary genius was broadly acknowledged by critics and scholars. His novels and short stories continue to be widely popular.

Este ebook presenta "El grillo del hogar" con un sumario dinámico y detallado. El Grillo del Hogar fue escrito por Charles Dickens en 1845 y publicado originalmente en el volumen de Cuentos Navideños. En este relato es posible encontrar como elemento principal un grillo que se transforma en hadas, dicho personaje habita en el hogar de la familia Peerybingle y forma parte de una historia que transcurre en tres dias y se desarrolla en el mismo numero de cantos. Dickens muestra con el humor usual lo dificil que podia ser la vida para los ingleses de baja situacion economica en el siglo XIX, y como a pesar de la frugalidad lograban aferrarse a la posibilidad de ser felices. Charles Dickens (1812 1870) fue un famoso novelista ingles y uno de los mas conocidos de la literatura universal, quien supo manejar con maestria el genero narrativo, el humor, el sentimiento tragico de la vida, la ironia, con una aguda y algida critica social asi como las descripciones de gentes y lugares, tanto reales como imaginarios.

In "Great Expectations," Charles Dickens weaves a rich tapestry of Victorian England through the coming-of-age story of Pip, an orphaned boy who aspires to rise above his humble beginnings. The novel is characterized by Dickenss masterful use of vivid imagery, humor, and social commentary, exploring themes of ambition, love, and moral integrity. Dickens employs a first-person narrative that immerses readers in Pips internal conflicts and the fluctuating fortunes that accompany his great expectations, which are both a source of ambition and disillusionment. The intricacies of his characters, from the enigmatic Miss Havisham to the convict Magwitch, symbolize the multifaceted nature of social class and personal aspiration during the 19th century. Charles Dickens, a seminal figure in English literature, experienced a tumultuous childhood marked by poverty, which deeply influenced his writing. His keen observations of the social injustices of his time and personal experiences of loss and redemption resonate throughout "Great Expectations," making Pips journey not just a personal odyssey but a reflection of the struggles faced by many in Victorian society. Dickenss knack for creating deeply flawed yet relatable characters stems from his empathetic understanding of human nature. "Great Expectations" is a compelling read that captivates both the heart and mind, making it essential for anyone interested in the human condition and social critique. Dickenss brilliant storytelling, coupled with profound insights into class and identity, invites readers to examine their own great expectations in life. This novel remains a timeless exploration of growth and self-discovery, proving Dickenss place as one of the greatest literary figures of all time.

In "The Haunted House," Charles Dickens presents a unique blend of gothic elements and social commentary, crafted in the serialized form characteristic of his time. This novella, consisting of intertwined stories narrated by various characters, invites readers into a mystifying estate filled with spectral occurrences that challenge the boundary between reality and the supernatural. Dickens employs vivid imagery and rich character development, maintaining suspense while subtly critiquing contemporary societal issues, such as class disparity and the nature of fear. The work stands as an intriguing exploration of the age-old fascination with the paranormal, resonating with the Victorian audiences anxieties about the intersection of tradition and modernity. Charles Dickens, renowned for his keen insights into human nature and social injustice, draws upon his own experiences of hardship and the moral complexities of his era while crafting this novella. Dickens, having faced numerous challenges in his early life, including poverty and child labor, channeled these encounters into his characters struggles, enhancing their depth. His fascination with the supernatural, often reflective of his own turbulent life, aligns with the thematic undercurrents in "The Haunted House," offering readers both a glimpse into his psyche and a commentary on Victorian society. Readers interested in the interplay of the supernatural and societal critique will find "The Haunted House" an engaging and thought-provoking read. Dickens masterful storytelling combined with his poignant observations invites reflection on the realities that haunt us, making this novella a noteworthy addition to both his works and the broader canon of Gothic literature. It is a must-read for enthusiasts of Dickensian themes and those exploring the rich fabric of 19th-century literary traditions.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A succinct Introduction situates the works timeless appeal and themes.- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the eras events and influences that shaped the writing.- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the authors life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the works messages, connecting them to modern life.- Handpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

In "Pictures From Italy," Charles Dickens presents a captivating travelogue that combines vivid descriptive prose with a keen social commentary, encapsulating his observations of Italian life during the 1840s. Through a series of interconnected essays, Dickens weaves together the landscapes, architecture, and cultural nuances of cities such as Genoa, Florence, and Rome. Rich in detail and imbued with Dickenss signature wit, the text reflects not only the beauty of the Italian landscape but also critiques the socio-political conditions of the time, ultimately offering readers a multifaceted portrait of a nation in flux while drawing humorous and poignant contrasts to Victorian England. Charles Dickens, a prolific figure of the Victorian era, was renowned for his incisive exploration of social issues and his complex characters. His travels to Italy in 1844 were a pivotal source of inspiration that revealed contrasts with his native England. An esteemed novelist with a particular empathy for the struggles of the underprivileged, Dickenss experiences abroad deepened his understanding of cultural diversity and economic disparity, themes that prominently echo in his imaginative works. "Pictures From Italy" is a profound and exhilarating read that invites readers to journey through the landscapes and lives of a historical Italy, all through the discerning eyes of one of literatures greatest observers. Both travel enthusiasts and Dickens aficionados will find in this work a masterful blend of artistic expression and socio-political insight.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A succinct Introduction situates the works timeless appeal and themes.- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the eras events and influences that shaped the writing.- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the authors life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the works messages, connecting them to modern life.- Handpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

In "Personal History of David Copperfield," Charles Dickens crafts a semi-autobiographical novel that intricately weaves the life story of its titular character, exploring themes of poverty, social class, and personal growth. Written in a semi-epistolary format, the narrative unfolds through Davids own voice, employing vivid characterizations and rich, descriptive prose that breathe life into Victorian England. Dickens employs a mix of humor and pathos, expertly revealing the struggles and triumphs of his protagonist in the face of adversity, making the work both an intimate portrait and a larger social commentary on the era. Charles Dickens, one of the defining authors of the Victorian period, drew from his own tumultuous experiences as a child, having endured the harsh realities of poverty and child labor. His keen insight into the human condition, coupled with a fervent desire for social reform, inspired him to create characters that resonate with readers and illuminate societal flaws. Dickenss own journey from obscurity to literary success informs David Copperfields quest for identity and belonging, providing a deeply personal lens through which to view the narrative. Highly recommended for readers seeking a profound exploration of character and society, "Personal History of David Copperfield" not only stands as a pinnacle of Dickensian literature but also serves as a timeless reflection on resilience and self-discovery. Its rich emotional depth and memorable characters invite readers to engage with the text on multiple levels, making it essential reading for anyone interested in the complexities of human experience.

In "New Uncommercial Samples," Charles Dickens presents a captivating collection of sketches that delve into the intricacies of life in Victorian England. Written in his characteristic prose style, blending humor with poignant social commentary, the book invites the reader into the lives of ordinary citizens through Dickenss unique lens. Each sample reveals the complexities of human experience, exposing the often harsh realities juxtaposed with moments of warmth and camaraderie. This work stands as a testament to Dickenss dedication to exploring societal issues, reflecting his growing concern for social justice in an era marked by stark class divisions. Charles Dickens, one of the foremost literary figures of the Victorian period, drew inspiration from his own experiences growing up in a society marked by inequality and poverty. His extensive work as a social reformer and advocate for the underprivileged imbues "New Uncommercial Samples" with a genuine sense of empathy. Dickenss writing is heavily influenced by his life as a young boy working in a factory, fueling his lifelong commitment to highlight the struggles of the working class through his vivid characters and compelling narratives. I highly recommend "New Uncommercial Samples" to readers interested in exploring the social fabric of 19th-century England through Dickenss insightful prose. This collection not only entertains but also challenges the reader to reflect on the fundamental human experiences that transcend time and context. It is a must-read for anyone wishing to grasp the complexities of Dickenss genius and engage with the social commentary that remains relevant today.