Aventures de Monsieur Pickwick (Volume I), un livre classique, a été considéré comme important tout au long de l'histoire humaine, et pour que cet ouvrage ne soit jamais oublié, nous, aux éditions Alpha, nous sommes efforcés de le préserver en republiant ce livre dans un format moderne pour les générations présentes et futures. Tout ce livre a été reformaté, retapé et conçu. Ces livres ne sont pas constitués de copies numérisées de leur travail original et, par conséquent, le texte est clair et lisible.
Barnaby Rudge is a gripping historical novel by Charles Dickens that takes place during the Gordon Riots of 1780. The story follows the title character, Barnaby Rudge, as he becomes embroiled in the violent riots, which were sparked by anti-Catholic sentiment and led to widespread destruction and chaos in London. Dickens masterfully weaves together a cast of memorable characters and explores themes of love, loyalty, and social justice in this compelling tale.
The Battle of Life: A Love Story is a romantic novella by Charles Dickens that was first published in 1846. It is the fourth of Dickens' five "Christmas Books", the first and best known of which is A Christmas Carol. It is the only one of Dickens' "Christmas Books" that does not feature any ghosts or supernatural beings. The action takes place in an English village which had been the site of a battle many years earlier, giving the novella its name. In common with Dickens' previous "Christmas Book", The Cricket on the Hearth, the story ends with a romantic twist.
The Mystery of Edwin Drood is a gripping and unfinished novel by the legendary author, Charles Dickens. Set in a small English town, the story follows John Jasper, a choirmaster who becomes obsessed with his nephew's fiancée. However, when Edwin Drood disappears under mysterious circumstances, Jasper becomes the prime suspect. This dark and suspenseful tale will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.
Aventures de Monsieur Pickwick (Volume II), un livre classique, a été considéré comme important tout au long de l'histoire humaine, et pour que cet ouvrage ne soit jamais oublié, nous, aux éditions Alpha, nous sommes efforcés de le préserver en republiant ce livre dans un format moderne pour les générations présentes et futures. Tout ce livre a été reformaté, retapé et conçu. Ces livres ne sont pas constitués de copies numérisées de leur travail original et, par conséquent, le texte est clair et lisible.
Charles Dickens was a British author, journalist, and editor whose work brought attention to the struggles of Victorian England¿s lower classes. His writings provided a candid portrait of the eräs poor and served as inspiration for social change.Great Expectations, Dickens¿ thirteenth novel, was first published in serial form between 1860 and 1861 and is widely praised as the author¿s greatest literary accomplishment.The novel follows the life, relationships, and moral development of an orphan boy named Pip. The novel begins when Pip encounters an escaped convict whom he helps and fears in equal measure. Pip¿s actions that day set off a sequence of events and interactions that shape Pip¿s character as he matures into adulthood.The vivid characters, engaging narrative style, and universal themes of Great Expectations establish this novel as a timeless literary classic, and an engaging portrait of Victorian life.
Oliver Twist, or The Parish Boy¿s Progress was Charles Dickens¿ second novel, following The Pickwick Papers, and was published as a serial in the magazine Bentley¿s Miscellany between 1837 and 1839. It details the misadventures of its eponymous character, Oliver Twist, born in a Victorian-era workhouse, his mother dying within minutes of his birth. He is raised in miserable conditions, half-starved, and then sent out as an apprentice to an undertaker. Running away from this situation, he walks to London and falls under the influence of a criminal gang run by an old man called Fagin, who wants to employ the child as a pickpocket.The novel graphically depicts the wretched living conditions of much of the poor people of Victorian times and the disgusting slums in which they were forced to live. It has been accused of perpetrating anti-Semitic stereotypes in the character of Fagin, almost always referred to as ¿the Jew¿ in the book¿s early chapters. Interestingly, while the serial was still running in the magazine, Dickens was eventually persuaded that he was wrong in this and removed many such usages in later episodes. He also introduced more kindly Jewish characters in such later novels as Our Mutual Friend.Oliver Twist was immediately popular in serial form, with its often gripping story and lurid details. It has remained one of Dicken¿s best-loved novels, and the story has often been made into films and television series, as well as into a very popular musical, Oliver!.
The Old Curiosity Shop, novel by Charles Dickens, first printed sequentially in 1840-41 in Dickens's own weekly, Master Humphrey's Clock; it was later published in book form in 1841. The novel was exceptionally praised in its early days but later it was contempted for its embarrassed emotionality. The Old Curiosity Shop is the story of Little Nell Trent and the evil dwarf Quilp. When Little Nell's grandfather lost his curiosity shop to his lender Quilp, the girl and the old man run away London. Nell's friend Kit Nubbles and a mysterious Single Gentleman (who turns out to be the wealthy brother of Nell's grandfather) try to seek out them but are impeded by Quilp, who deluges while escaping the law. Little Nell passes away before Kit and the Single Gentleman arrive, and her dishearted grandfather expired later. The story depicts the escape of two from gloomy and corrupted life of city to countryside in seek of calm and happiness.
A Tale of two CitiesCharles Dickens, the author was an English writer, journalist, editor and social critic. His famous plays are - A Tale of two cities', 'No Thorough fare, The Frozen Deep. A Tale of Two Cities is an historical novel. It narrates the story of the French Doctor Manette and his 18-year-long imprisonment in Paris. When he released from his imprisonment he left for London. The two cities are in London only. Actually the first plot deals with the rebirth of Dr. Manette and about those situations and reasons for French Revolution by the lower classes and the Reign of Terror. The author asserts his belief in the possibility of transformation.Around the World in 80 DaysAround the world in Eighty days was published in 1873. It is an adventure novel by the French writer, Jules Verne. It was first published in French. The book is one of Vernes most acclaimed works. Jules Verne (8th February 1828. 24th March 1905) was French novelist, poet, and playwright. In his credit, a series of novels are there, such as Voyage extraordinaries, Journey to the center of the Earth, Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Seas. The story narrated a complete travelogue with all his experiences, makes the book very interesting. Fogg hurries to reach the Reform Club within time to meet his deadline to win the Money. After adjusting of his travel expenses from the prize money and he divides the left money between Passepartout and Fix, and marries Aouda.
A Tale of two CitiesCharles Dickens, the author was an English writer, journalist, editor and social critic. His famous plays are - A Tale of two cities', 'No Thorough fare, The Frozen Deep. A Tale of Two Cities is an historical novel. It narrates the story of the French Doctor Manette and his 18-year-long imprisonment in Paris. When he released from his imprisonment he left for London. The two cities are in London only. Actually the first plot deals with the rebirth of Dr. Manette and about those situations and reasons for French Revolution by the lower classes and the Reign of Terror. The author asserts his belief in the possibility of transformation.Paradise LostJohn Milton (9th December 1608 ? 8th November 1674) was an English poet. He is best known for his epic poem ?Paradise Lost?. ?Paradise Lost? is widely considered as one of the greatest works of literature. He is known for ?Aeropagitica? which is written in condemnation of pre-publication censorship and is among history?s most influential and impassioned defence of freedom of speech and freedom of the press. He is highly appreciated by William Hayley. He had considered Milton the ?greatest English author?. Other renowned poets such as William Blake, William Wordsworth, and Thomas Hardy revered John Milton. ?Paradise Lost? has been considered as Milton?s masterpiece, with that his reputation was considered as one of the greatest English poets of his time.
Hard Times (originally Hard Times¿For These Times) was published in 1854, and is the shortest novel Charles Dickens ever published. It¿s set in Coketown, a fictional mill-town set in the north of England. One of the major themes of the book is the miserable treatment of workers in the mills, and the resistance to their unionization by the mill owners, typified by the character Josiah Bounderby, who absurdly asserts that the workers live a near-idyllic life but they all ¿expect to be set up in a coach and six, and to be fed on turtle soup and venison, with a gold spoon.¿ The truth, of course, is far different.The other major topic which Dickens tackles in this novel is the rationalist movement in schooling and the denigration of imagination and fantasy. It begins with the words ¿Now, what I want is, Facts,¿ spoken by the wealthy magnate Thomas Gradgrind, who is supervising a class at a model school he has opened. This indeed is Gradgrind¿s entire philosophy. ¿Teach these boys and girls nothing but Facts. Facts alone are wanted in life. Plant nothing else, and root out everything else.¿ He is supported and encouraged in this approach by his friend Bounderby. Grandgrind raises his own children on these principles, and, as we discover, in doing so blights their lives.The novel also follows the story of a particular mill-worker, Stephen Blackpool, who leads a tragic life. He is burdened with an alcoholic, slatternly wife, who is mostly absent from his life, but who returns at irregular intervals to trouble him. This existing marriage, and the near-impossibility of divorce for someone of his class, prevents him marrying Rachael, who is the light of his life. Dickens depicts Stephen as representing the nobility of honest work, and contrasts his character with that of the self-satisfied humbug Josiah Bounderby who represents the worst aspects of capitalism.
Welcome to the 7 Best Short Stories book series, were we present to you the best works of remarkable authors. This edition is dedicated to the english author Charles Dickens. Charles Dickens was an English writer and social critic. He created some of the worlds best-known fictional characters and is regarded by many as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. His works enjoyed unprecedented popularity during his lifetime and, by the 20th century, critics and scholars had recognised him as a literary genius. His novels and short stories are widely read today. Works selected for this book: A Childs Dream of a Star, Boots at the Holly-Tree Inn, Nobodys Story, The Childs Story, The Magic Fishbone, What Christmas is As We Grow Older and The Haunted Man and the Ghosts Bargain. Bonus: Charles Dickens by George Orwell.
"Three Ghost Stories" is a collection of supernatural tales written by Charles Dickens, first published in 1861. The stories are "The Signal-Man," "The Haunted House," and "The Trial for Murder." In "The Signal-Man," a railway worker is haunted by a ghostly apparition that appears to foretell impending disasters. In "The Haunted House," a group of strangers spend the night in a supposedly haunted house and encounter a variety of ghostly phenomena. Finally, "The Trial for Murder" is a courtroom drama in which a ghostly witness helps to secure a murder conviction. Getting interested to read the amazingly written horror story? Readers should choose this chilling and thought-provoking collection that showcases Dickens' skill as a storyteller and his fascination with the supernatural. Throughout the story, Dickens masterfully creates an eerie atmosphere and builds tension through the use of vivid descriptions and haunting imagery. The stories also explore themes of guilt, redemption, and the afterlife.
Charles Dickens (7th February 1812 - 9th June 1870), the author of Oliver Twist, was an English writer and social critic. He is considered as one of the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. He was very popular and renowned writer. Everyone enjoys his writings. His notable works consist of 'The Packwick Papers' 'Nicholas Nickleby', 'A Christmas carol' 'David Copperfield', 'A Tale of two Cities' and others.'Oliver Twist' is the second novel of Charles Dickens. The story revolves around an orphan, Oliver Twist. Sold to an Undertaker. Somehow he escapes from the clitches of the Undertaker and reaches London. The theme revolves around the life story of the criminals. The main social cause pertaining to the cruel treatment given by these criminals to orphans. It is very pathetic and eye opening. It narrates child labours, domestic violance and other social problems. It is a social novel. The author has put all the things in a systamatic way, appealing manner, sympathetic way. That is why, Charles Dickens is famous for his humour, sattire and keen observer of character and Society. In this novel the author has focussed on the recruitment of children as criminals. Actually the author himself had experienced, as a youth about all such activities. With that feelings, the novel has come out in a very lucid way. A mind opening social book. It encourages everyone to be alert for such Social evil.
1775 : Lucie retrouve son père,le docteur Manette, injustement emprisonné pendant 18 ans à la Bastille. 1780 : Lucie Èpouse Charles Darnay qui avait été inculpé de haute trahison sur une dénonciation calomnieuse. Il est en réalité le neveu de l'odieux marquis d'Evremonde qui avait fait enfermer le docteur. Charles révèle à son futur beau-père ses origines aristocratiques, dont il refuse les avantages pour vivre en simple citoyen. 1792 : Charles retourne en France pour sauver un domestique injustement condamné, arrêté comme émigrant sur dénonciation du couple Defarge, des révolutionnaires qui veulent se venger des exactions commises par les Evremonde...De rebondissements en rebondissements, le roman dénonce la corruption, les abus, l'inhumanité de certains nobles mais aussi la vengeance aveugle des révolutionnaires et les excés de la Terreur.
Herzerwärmend für die kalte Jahreszeit: Der beliebte Weihnachtsklassiker in malerisch schönem Gewand von Erfolgsillustratorin Lisa Aisato! Ebenezer Scrooge liebt Geld und hasst Weihnachten. Einsam sitzt er am Weihnachtsabend vor dem erloschenen Kamin seines großen, düsteren Hauses. Draußen glitzern Schneekristalle im Schein der beleuchteten Fenster von den Nachbarhäusern, hinter denen glückliche Familien Weihnachten feiern.Mürrisch geht der alte Scrooge zu Bett, aber an diesem Abend bekommt er kein Auge zu: Er wird nacheinander von gleich drei Geistern besucht, die ihn mit auf eine Reise durch Nacht und Zeit nehmen. Und Scrooge erkennt, dass nichts so ist, wie er dachte - alles wird auf den Kopf gestellt. Ist es vielleicht doch nicht verkehrt, sich um seine Mitmenschen zu kümmern? Vor genau 180 Jahren erschien die Erstausgabe der beliebten Weihnachtserzählung von Charles Dickens. Durch die fabelhafte Übersetzung von Gabriele Haefs und mit den fantastischen Bildern von Lisa Aisato wird dem Klassiker nun ein prächtiges neues Gewand verliehen. Für Fans von Lisa Aisatos Alle Farben des Lebens .
A Tale of Two Cities, Charles Dickens' unforgettable masterpiece, is a gripping tale of love, sacrifice, and revolution set against the tumultuous backdrop of the French Revolution. With its sweeping narrative and unforgettable characters, Dickens weaves an epic story of human resilience and the indomitable power of the human spirit amid the chaos of a world in upheaval.Set between London and Paris, the novel follows the intertwining lives of an ensemble of vividly drawn characters, from the noble Charles Darnay and the vengeful Madame Defarge to the haunted Sydney Carton and the honorable Doctor Manette. As their fates converge and the storm of revolution erupts around them, they must confront the harsh realities of a world divided by tyranny and oppression, where love, loyalty, and sacrifice become the ultimate currency of survival.A Tale of Two Cities is a spellbinding journey into the depths of the human heart and the indomitable will to endure even in the darkest of times. With its richly drawn characters, evocative prose, and Dickens' signature blend of drama and pathos, this timeless classic is a testament to the transformative power of love, redemption, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. Immerse yourself in the extraordinary world of A Tale of Two Cities and experience the epic tale that has captivated readers for generations and forever solidified Dickens' place among the pantheon of great literary masters.
A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens' heartwarming and timeless classic, is a magical tale of redemption, compassion, and the true spirit of Christmas. Set against the backdrop of Victorian London, this enchanting story follows the transformation of the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, a man whose cold heart and disdain for the holiday season leaves him isolated and unloved.On one fateful Christmas Eve, Scrooge is visited by four spirits-the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley, and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. Through a series of haunting and poignant encounters, these spectral visitors reveal the consequences of Scrooge's miserly ways and offer him a chance to mend his ways and embrace the joy, love, and generosity that define the festive season.With its unforgettable characters, vivid imagery, and Dickens' signature wit and warmth, A Christmas Carol is a treasured tale that has captured the hearts and minds of readers for generations. This captivating story is a poignant reminder of the transformative power of compassion, kindness, and the enduring magic of the holiday season. Journey with Ebenezer Scrooge as he discovers the true meaning of Christmas and the power of redemption, and experience the enduring charm and timeless message of A Christmas Carol.
David Copperfield is a classic novel written by Charles Dickens and first published in 1850. It tellsthe story of a young boy named David who endures a difficult childhood, facing numerous hardshipsand setbacks along the way. The book is a coming-of-age story that follows David as he grows up,faces adversity and ultimately finds his way in the world.Throughout the novel, Dickens addresses themes such as social class, love, loss and the importanceof perseverance. The book's characters are vividly drawn, from the kind-hearted Mr Micawber tothe cruel and manipulative Uriah Heep. David's relationships with these characters are central tothe story, as they shape his development and help him to overcome his challenges.One of the most notable aspects of David Copperfield is its autobiographical nature. Dickens drewheavily on his own experiences and those of his family in crafting the story. As a result, the novelhas a personal and emotional resonance that has helped to make it a beloved classic.David Copperfield has been adapted for film, television and stage numerous times over the years.It remains one of Dickens's most enduring works and continues to captivate readers with its richlydrawn characters, intricate plot, and timeless themes.
Oliver Twist, written by Charles Dickens and first published in serialized form from 1837 to 1839, is aclassic work of English literature that explores the themes of poverty, social injustice and the strugglefor survival in nineteenth-century London. The novel tells the story of Oliver Twist, an orphan boyborn in a workhouse, who faces a series of hardships and encounters a variety of characters fromdifferent social classes and backgrounds.
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