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Una novela historica de la revolucion. Carlos Dickens, el gran escritor ingles incursiono muy poco en la novela historica, que tan de boga estuvo a mediados del siglo XIX.

Dombey and Son is vintage Dickens and explores the classic themes of betrayal, cruelty and deceit. The novel follows the fortunes of Dombey, a businessman par excellence, who craves a son to inherit his enterprises. His family, and especially his daughter, the sweet and good-natured Florence, bear the brunt of his frustrations.

One of Dickens' early works, Nicholas Nickleby combines comedy and tragedy in a tale of triumph over adversity that is interspersed with Dickens' moving condemnation of society's mistreatment of children and the cruelty of the educational system. Young Nickleby struggles to seek his fortune in Victorian England, yet succeeds despite social injustice, in a story that mirrors Dickens' own rise from poverty to great success.

David Copperfield vient au monde dans le Sud-Est de l'Angleterre, au début du règne de la reine Victoria. Sa naissance semble marquer son destin d'un sceau funeste car c'est un enfant posthume : son père est mort six mois avant sa naissance. Toute sa vie, inconsciemment, il cherchera une figure paternelle qui lui a cruellement manqué. Cependant, ses premières années sont heureuses. Il vit dans la petite ville de Blunderstone, élevé par sa mère qui l'aime tendrement et soigné par la servante de la famille, la bonne et robuste Peggotty.

Grandi speranze è considerato uno dei più grandi e più sofisticati romanzi di Dickens; ebbe inoltre più di 250 adattamenti sul palcoscenico e sullo schermo. Fu pubblicato a puntate fra il 1860 e il 1861, ed è come altri romanzi di Dickens la storia di un percorso di crescita morale di un ragazzo che viene seguito, nel racconto, dall'eta di 7 anni all'età di 35 anni.

Ebenezer Scrooge ist ein hartherziger Geizhals, der Weihnachten für Zeitverschwendung hält. Doch in der Nacht begegnet er drei Geistern – Vergangenheit, Gegenwart und Zukunft – die ihm sein Leben vor Augen führen. Wird er sein Herz noch rechtzeitig öffnen? Der Weihnachtsabend (auch bekannt als A Christmas Carol) ist Charles Dickens' berühmtestes Weihnachtsmärchen – eine zeitlose Geschichte über Menschlichkeit, Mitgefühl und die Kraft der Wandlung.

Uttered politely by a young malnourished boy who never had anything, and the ensuing consequences set us up for Dickens' classic tale of an orphan boy. Oliver's treatment and experience from every side of society from Mr. Bumble to Fagin, to benevolent Rose. How can a boy with no connections to anyone hope to survive in Victorian England?

The Complete Charles Dickens Collection: Part Two contains all of Charles Dickens' major published works from 1844 to 1865. Dickens wrote most of his most influential and beloved novels during these years - introducing us to characters such as Pip, David Copperfield, Little Dorrit, Esther Summerson, and many more who have lived long in the memory for generations. Also included here are a selection of his essays, travelogues, letters, and a short biography of Dickens by his daughter, Mamie.

The Complete Charles Dickens Collection: Part One contains all of Charles Dickens' major published works from 1836 to 1849. From the short stories by 'Boz' which began Dickens' journey as an author, to the great works of literature that have inspired generations - including Oliver Twist, Nicholas Nickleby, The Old Curiosity Shop, and more - and essays that give us a deeper insight into his life, opinions, and travels, this collection is an essential addition to your library.

Dive into the timeless masterpiece Great Expectations, a compelling tale of ambition, love, betrayal, and redemption. This audiobook invites you into the life of Pip, an orphan with humble beginnings whose life takes an unexpected turn when he is introduced to the mysterious world of wealth and privilege. Guided by his secret benefactor, Pip embarks on a transformative journey, filled with twists, turns, and life-changing lessons.

Step into the gritty streets of Victorian London in this timeless classic. Oliver Twist is a compelling tale of resilience, courage, and the enduring fight for justice. Follow young Oliver, an orphan navigating a harsh world of poverty, crime, and betrayal, as he seeks love and a sense of belonging.

This bundle includes A Christmas Carol, The Chimes, and The Battle of Life.

Set against the turmoil of late‑18th‑century London, Barnaby Rudge follows the gentle and simple‑hearted Barnaby as he navigates a city on the brink of chaos. Dickens’ gripping historical novel unfolds during the Gordon Riots, capturing fear, violence, and the struggle for justice in a world fraught with social and political tension.

In American Notes, Charles Dickens sets out on an eye-opening journey across the Atlantic in the early 19th century, capturing his impressions of a rapidly growing United States. Published in 1842, the book recounts his travels through the U.S. and Canada, blending lively storytelling with sharp social observations—something Dickens was especially known for.

In the turbulent streets of late-eighteenth-century London, the echo of mob fury rises like a storm wind through a city on the edge of chaos. Barnaby Rudge is Charles Dickens’s sweeping historical novel set amid the Gordon Riots of 1780, when fear, prejudice, and political fervor tore through the fabric of society. Against this backdrop of violence and upheaval, Dickens weaves a tale of innocence and guilt, vengeance and forgiveness, where personal destinies are shaped by the blind force of history itself.

Charles Dickens’s David Copperfield is a timeless coming-of-age story filled with humor, heartbreak, and unforgettable characters. Told through the eyes of its earnest and resilient hero, the novel follows David from his difficult childhood to his struggles and triumphs as a young man.

Charles Dickens’ final completed novel, Our Mutual Friend, explores the tangled web of wealth, ambition, and human folly in Victorian London. The story revolves around the inheritance of a vast fortune from the recently deceased John Harmon and the lives it touches—including the humble yet determined Bella Wilfer, the gentle Lizzie Hexam, and a host of morally complex characters.

Charles Dickens, one of the most influential writers of the 19th century, is particularly renowned for his Christmas stories, which have become an enduring part of holiday traditions. His most famous work, A Christmas Carol, tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a cold-hearted miser who, after being visited by three spirits on Christmas Eve, undergoes a profound transformation. This tale is a powerful exploration of redemption, highlighting the importance of generosity, compassion, and embracing the true spirit of Christmas.

Chez Charles Dickens, Noël n’est jamais qu’une fête — c’est un état d’âme. Dans L’Arbre de Noël, court récit méditatif publié en 1850 dans la revue Household Words, il ne s’agit pas d’une intrigue au sens traditionnel, mais d’une réminiscence poétique, un voyage intérieur à travers la mémoire et l’imagination. À la lueur d’un arbre de Noël illuminé, le narrateur contemple les jouets suspendus à ses branches, et chacun devient pour lui le déclencheur d’un souvenir, d’un rêve ou d’une réflexion sur la vie, l’enfance et la mort.

Ebenezer Scrooge ist ein alter, verbitterter Geizhals. Für ihn ist Weihnachten nichts als Zeitverschwendung und "Humbug". Er hasst Fröhlichkeit, er hasst Großzügigkeit und am meisten hasst er Menschen. Doch in der Nacht vor Weihnachten erhält er unheimlichen Besuch: Der Geist seines verstorbenen Geschäftspartners Marley kündigt ihm drei weitere Besucher an. Der Geist der vergangenen, der gegenwärtigen und der zukünftigen Weihnacht nehmen Scrooge mit auf eine Reise durch sein Leben. Was er dort sieht, lässt sein kaltes Herz nicht unberührt.