
Oliver Twist (Illustrated)
Enriched edition. Including "The Life of Charles Dickens" & Criticism of the WorkBy Charles DickensLength70h 37m
About this audiobook
Charles Dickens' 'Oliver Twist (Illustrated)' is a timeless classic that delves into the harsh realities of life in 19th-century London, particularly focusing on the plight of orphaned children. The novel's rich and vivid descriptions, coupled with Dickens' signature social commentary, paint a poignant picture of the struggles faced by the lower class during this time period. The inclusion of illustrations adds an extra layer of depth to the narrative, enhancing the reader's visual experience of the story. Dickens' use of irony and satire showcases his keen insight into the social injustices prevalent in Victorian England. 'Oliver Twist' remains a compelling and thought-provoking read that continues to resonate with readers today.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length70 hrs 37 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 16, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Oliver Twist
2Introduction
3Historical Context
4Synopsis (Selection)
5OLIVER TWIST
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6Chapter IX. Containing Further Particulars Concerning the Pleasant Old Gentleman, and His Hopeful Pupils
7Chapter XXXIII. Wherein the Happiness of Oliver and His Friends, Experiences a Sudden Check
8Chapter I. Treats of the Place where Oliver Twist was Born and of the Circumstances Attending His Birth
9Chapter II. Treats of Oliver Twist’s Growth, Education, and Board
10Chapter III. Relates how Oliver Twist was very near Getting a Place which would not have been a Sinecure
11Chapter IV. Oliver, being Offered Another Place, Makes His First Entry into Public Life
12Chapter VI. Oliver, being Goaded by the Taunts of Noah, Rouses into Action, and Rather Astonishes Him
13Chapter VII. Oliver Continues Refractory
14Chapter VIII. Oliver Walks to London. He Encounters on the Road a Strange Sort of Young Gentleman
15Chapter IX. Containing Further Particulars Concerning the Pleasant Old Gentleman, and His Hopeful Pupils
16Chapter XV. Showing How Very Fond of Oliver Twist, the Merry Old Jew and Miss Nancy Were
17Chapter XVI. Relates what Became of Oliver Twist, After he had been Claimed by Nancy
18Chapter XVII. Oliver’s Destiny Continuing Unpropitious, Brings a Great Man to London to Injure His Reputation
19Chapter XVIII. How Oliver Passed His Time in the Improving Society of His Reputable Friends
20Chapter XIX. In which a Notable Plan is Discussed and Determined on
21Chapter XX. Wherein Oliver is Delivered Over to Mr. William Sikes
22Chapter XXI. The Expedition
23Chapter XXII. The Burglary
24Chapter XXV Wherein this History Reverts to Mr. Fagin and Company
25Chapter XXVII. Atones for the Unpoliteness of a Former Chapter; Which Deserted a Lady, Most Unceremoniously
26Chapter XXVIII. Looks after Oliver, and Proceeds with His Adventures
27Chapter XXIX. Has an Introductory Account of the Inmates of the House, to which Oliver Resorted
28Chapter XXX. Relates what Oliver’s New Visitors Thought of Him
29Chapter XXXI. Involves a Critical Position
30Chapter XXXII. Of the Happy Life Oliver Began to Lead with His Kind Friends
31Chapter XXXIII. Wherein the Happiness of Oliver and His Friends, Experiences a Sudden Check
32Chapter XXXVII. In which the Reader May Perceive a Contrast, Not Uncommon in Matrimonial Cases
33Chapter XL. A Strange Interview, which is a Sequel to the Last Chamber
34Chapter XLI. Containing Fresh Discoveries, and Showing that Suprises, Like Misfortunes, Seldom Come Alone
35Chapter XLIII. Wherein is Shown how the Artful Dodger got into Trouble
36Chapter XLV. Noah Claypole is Employed by Fagin on a Secret Mission
37Chapter XLVI. The Appointment Kept
38Chapter XLVII. Fatal Consequences
39Chapter XLVIII. The Flight of Sikes
40Chapter XLIX. Monks and Mr. Brownlow at Length Meet. Their Conversation, and the Intelligence that Interrupts It
41Chapter L. The Pursuit and Escape
42Chapter LII. Fagin’s Last Night Alive
43Chapter LIII. And Last
44APPRECIATIONS AND CRITICISMS OF THE WORKS OF CHARLES DICKENS by G. K. Chesterton (pt. 1)
45APPRECIATIONS AND CRITICISMS OF THE WORKS OF CHARLES DICKENS by G. K. Chesterton (pt. 2)
46APPRECIATIONS AND CRITICISMS OF THE WORKS OF CHARLES DICKENS by G. K. Chesterton (pt. 3)
47APPRECIATIONS AND CRITICISMS OF THE WORKS OF CHARLES DICKENS by G. K. Chesterton (pt. 4)
48LIFE OF CHARLES DICKENS by John Forster
49Volume I. 1812-1842
50Chapter I. Childhood