The Greatest Children's Classics of Charles Dickens (Illustrated)

Enriched edition. Oliver Twist, David Copperfield, Great Expectations, A Christmas Carol, Holiday Romance…By Charles Dickens

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In 'The Greatest Children's Classics of Charles Dickens (Illustrated)', readers are treated to a collection of timeless stories written by the iconic author. Incorporating themes of social injustice, poverty, and resilience, this book showcases Dickens' unmatched storytelling abilities through vivid characters and intricate plots. The illustrations further enhance the reader's experience, adding depth to the already rich narratives. This book serves as an introduction to the world of Dickensian literature, making it accessible and engaging for readers of all ages. With its engaging prose and captivating stories, this collection stands as a testament to Dickens' enduring legacy in the literary world. Readers will be enchanted by the beautifully crafted tales that have stood the test of time.{' 'The Greatest Children's Classics of Charles Dickens (Illustrated)' is a must-read for anyone looking to explore the timeless works of Charles Dickens and experience the magic of his storytelling firsthand. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

Coming of Age Family Crime Survival Hidden Identity Mystery Dystopian Thriller Betrayal

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GenreChildren's Literature

Length219 hrs 24 mins

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Publish dateOct 16, 2017

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1The Greatest Children's Classics of Charles Dickens (Illustrated)

2Introduction

3Author Biography

4Historical Context

5Synopsis (Selection)

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6Novels

7OLIVER TWIST

8Chapter IX. Containing Further Particulars Concerning the Pleasant Old Gentleman, and His Hopeful Pupils

9Chapter XXXIII. Wherein the Happiness of Oliver and His Friends, Experiences a Sudden Check

10Chapter I. Treats of the Place where Oliver Twist was Born and of the Circumstances Attending His Birth

11Chapter II. Treats of Oliver Twist’s Growth, Education, and Board

12Chapter III. Relates how Oliver Twist was very near Getting a Place which would not have been a Sinecure

13Chapter IV. Oliver, being Offered Another Place, Makes His First Entry into Public Life

14Chapter VI. Oliver, being Goaded by the Taunts of Noah, Rouses into Action, and Rather Astonishes Him

15Chapter VII. Oliver Continues Refractory

16Chapter VIII. Oliver Walks to London. He Encounters on the Road a Strange Sort of Young Gentleman

17Chapter IX. Containing Further Particulars Concerning the Pleasant Old Gentleman, and His Hopeful Pupils

18Chapter XV. Showing How Very Fond of Oliver Twist, the Merry Old Jew and Miss Nancy Were

19Chapter XVI. Relates what Became of Oliver Twist, After he had been Claimed by Nancy

20Chapter XVII. Oliver’s Destiny Continuing Unpropitious, Brings a Great Man to London to Injure His Reputation

21Chapter XVIII. How Oliver Passed His Time in the Improving Society of His Reputable Friends

22Chapter XIX. In which a Notable Plan is Discussed and Determined on

23Chapter XX. Wherein Oliver is Delivered Over to Mr. William Sikes

24Chapter XXI. The Expedition

25Chapter XXII. The Burglary

26Chapter XXV Wherein this History Reverts to Mr. Fagin and Company

27Chapter XXVII. Atones for the Unpoliteness of a Former Chapter; Which Deserted a Lady, Most Unceremoniously

28Chapter XXVIII. Looks after Oliver, and Proceeds with His Adventures

29Chapter XXIX. Has an Introductory Account of the Inmates of the House, to which Oliver Resorted

30Chapter XXX. Relates what Oliver’s New Visitors Thought of Him

31Chapter XXXI. Involves a Critical Position

32Chapter XXXII. Of the Happy Life Oliver Began to Lead with His Kind Friends

33Chapter XXXIII. Wherein the Happiness of Oliver and His Friends, Experiences a Sudden Check

34Chapter XXXVII. In which the Reader May Perceive a Contrast, Not Uncommon in Matrimonial Cases

35Chapter XL. A Strange Interview, which is a Sequel to the Last Chamber

36Chapter XLI. Containing Fresh Discoveries, and Showing that Suprises, Like Misfortunes, Seldom Come Alone

37Chapter XLIII. Wherein is Shown how the Artful Dodger got into Trouble

38Chapter XLV. Noah Claypole is Employed by Fagin on a Secret Mission

39Chapter XLVI. The Appointment Kept

40Chapter XLVII. Fatal Consequences

41Chapter XLVIII. The Flight of Sikes

42Chapter XLIX. Monks and Mr. Brownlow at Length Meet. Their Conversation, and the Intelligence that Interrupts It

43Chapter L. The Pursuit and Escape

44Chapter LII. Fagin’s Last Night Alive

45Chapter LIII. And Last

46NICHOLAS NICKLEBY

47Chapter 17. Follows the Fortunes of Miss Nickleby

48Chapter 34. Wherein Mr. Ralph Nickleby is visited by Persons with whom the Reader has been already made acquainted

49Chapter 65. Conclusion

50Chapter 1. Introduces all the Rest (pt. 1)

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