The Works Of Charles Dickens - Standard Edition - Volume 7 - A Complete Work
The Life and Adventures Of Martin Chuzzlewit
By Charles Dickens
With Frontis & Illustrations by J.H.F. Bacon & Fred Pegram
Published by The Gresham Publishing Company: London 1912
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Charles Dickens was a renowned 19th-century English novelist, widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in the English language. Born in 1812, Dickens rose from a difficult childhood marked by poverty and hardship to become a celebrated author whose works captured the struggles and injustices of Victorian society. His novels—such as Oliver Twist, A Christmas Carol, David Copperfield, and Great Expectations—combined vivid storytelling with deep social commentary. Through memorable characters and gripping plots, he highlighted issues like child labor, class inequality, and the failures of institutional systems.
Dickens' importance as an author lies not only in his literary talent but also in his influence on both literature and society. He helped popularize the serialized novel format, bringing stories to a wide audience and shaping public opinion through his writing. His ability to evoke empathy and inspire reform made his work both entertaining and impactful. Dickens' legacy continues to endure, as his themes remain relevant today, and his characters and stories are still celebrated across the world in books, films, and stage adaptations."
General wear and fading to covers and spine as shown. Binding in excellent shape with no loose pages. All illustrations present. A few spots to text block edge otherwise pages are clean and very well presented. A nice copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
