"The Cricket on the Hearth" is one of Dickens's best-loved Christmas stories. This volume also contains many other tales of the season, a genre for which Dickens was revered by the Victorian reading
The first of Dickens's historical novels, Barnaby Rudge, written in 1841, is set at the time of the anti-Catholic riots of 1780, with the real Lord George Gordon, leader of the riots, appearing in the book. The characters are caught up in the resulting mob lawlessness which climaxes in the destruction of Newgate prison, an actual event brought to life in the novel.The plot turns on the relationship between Catholic Emma and Protestant Edward, further complicated by the earlier murder of Reuben Haredale, supposedly by Barnaby though actually by his evil father; but the real focus of the book, as so often in Dickens, is London itself. This is a nightmarishly vivid picture ofa capital city's subterranean life. In A Tale of Two CitiesDickens was to recapture his vision of the mob in all its moods, but he never surpassed the sense of pulsating energy and dangerevoked in thecrowd scenes of Barnaby Rudge. Nor did he often rival the touching relationship between Barnaby and his pet raven, Grip, who embodies the mystical powerof innocence. Although Barnaby Rudge is one of Dickens's lesser known novels, the bond between boy and bird makes it one of his most touching.
The story of Scrooge, a miser who becomes a different man when he is presented with visions of past, present and future by Marley's ghost. First published on 17th December 1843, it had, by Christmas Eve of that year, sold 6000 copies at a price of five shillings.
Dickens's tale of a miserable miser who transforms into a kind and caring benefactor after three ghosts pay him a visit on Christmas Eve is one of the best-loved works in the English language and a true celebration of the Yuletide spirit. This special pocket edition features eight black-and-white illustrations, as well as an elegant bonded-leather binding, distinctive gilt edging, and decorative endpapers. It's perfect for Christmas - and any other season.
n Great Expectations, one of his best-loved novels, Dickens tells the enthralling story of the orphaned Pip and introduces us to a gallery of unforgettable characters including Joe, the kindly blacksmith, the mysterious Magwitch, the reclusive Miss Havisham and the beautiful but cold-hearted Estella.Chiltern Publishing creates the most beautiful editions of the World's finest literature.Your favorite classic titles in a way you have never seen them before; the tactile layers, fine details and beautiful colors of these remarkable covers make these titles feel extra special and will look striking on any shelf.This book has matching lined and blank journals (sold separately). They make a great gift when paired together but are also just as beautiful on their own.
«Ningú no posarà en dubte que sóc un pare afectuós amb tots els fills de la meva imaginació, i que cap altre progenitor estima la seva família amb tanta tendresa. Tanmateix, com molts pares afectuoso
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El verdadero gran libro sobre la Navidad.
Junto a la célebre Canción de Navidad,este volumen reúne otros tres cuentos de Charles Dickens (1812-1870), autor que supo re
This collection of five of Charles Dickens' best-known works is the ideal introduction to the writing of one of English literature's greatest and much-loved authors. The titles contained in the set include:Oliver Twist;A Christmas Carol;Hard Times;A Tale of Two CitiesandGreat Expectations. Full of Dickens' wonderful descriptions of Victorian England, these intricately plotted masterpieces will provide readers with hours of pleasure.
EL LIBRO MÁS GENUINO SOBRE LA NAVIDAD.
La identificación de Dickens (1812-1870) con la Navidad es tal que en alguna ocasión se ha llegado a decir que Dickens inventó la Navidad tal y como la imagi
Marley's ghost sends down three spirits to Scrooge: Christmas Past, Christmas Present and Christmas Future. In these visions Scrooge sees his own joys and sorrows and those of the people around him. He witnesses the modest festivities of the poor Cratchit family and comes to realise that he not only has the power to be happy himself, but also to bring happiness to others. One of Dickens's most popular stories, A Christmas Carol continues to delight adults and children alike.
La pequeña Nell Trent vive con su abuelo, a quien ayuda con devoción en el triste ambiente de una tienda de antigüedades donde su juventud contrasta con la polvorienta decadencia de los objetos que a
