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The Puzzle of Dickens's Last Plot

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The Puzzle of Dickens's Last Plot

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The Puzzle of Dickens's Last Plot

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In "The Puzzle of Dickens's Last Plot," Andrew Lang delves into the enigmatic final work of one of England's most celebrated novelists, Charles Dickens. Combining a narrative analysis with keen literary criticism, Lang meticulously examines the intricacies and unresolved threads woven throughout Dickens's unfinished manuscript, "The Mystery of Edwin Drood." Utilizing a rich tapestry of literary allusions and historical context, Lang situates Dickens within the Victorian literary landscape, illuminating the author's stylistic evolution while probing the cultural and psychological factors that may have influenced his final narrative choices. Andrew Lang, a renowned Scottish poet, novelist, and literary critic, possessed an intimate familiarity with Dickens's oeuvre, which undoubtedly informed his exploration of this complex text. His diverse academic background—spanning folklore, anthropology, and literary history—equipped him with the analytical tools necessary for deciphering the layers of meaning in Dickens's work. Lang's admiration for Dickens's artistry also renders this exploration a deeply personal endeavor, reflecting a scholar profoundly engaged with literary legacy and modern interpretation. For scholars, students, and avid readers alike, Lang's "The Puzzle of Dickens's Last Plot" serves as an indispensable guide to understanding the unresolved mysteries of Dickens's narrative ambitions. This thoughtful and analytical exploration provides fresh insights into the author's creative mind, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in Victorian literature or the intricacies of literary endings.

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Audiobook details

GenreLiterary Classics

Length1 hr 13 mins

Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices

FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateSep 5, 2022

LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1INTRODUCTION

13Jasper’s Opium Visions

2Dramatis Personæ

14Datchery and the Opium Woman

3Opening of the Tale

15Datchery’s Score

4Sapsea and Durdles

16Forster’s Evidence

5The Landlesses

17“A New Idea”

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6Mr. Grewgious

18Mr. Proctor’s Theory

7The Unaccountable Expedition

19A Mistaken Theory

8Purpose of the Expedition

20Another Way

9Christmas Eve

21Dickens’s Unused Draft of a Chapter

10After the Disappearance

22A Question of Taste

11Dick Datchery

23Mr. Proctor’s Theory Continued

12Jasper, Rosa, and Tartar

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