The Complete Christmas Books of Charles Dickens
A Christmas Carol, The Chimes, The Cricket on the Hearth, A Christmas Tree, A House to Let…By Charles Dickens
Length79h 31m
About this audiobook
In "The Complete Christmas Books of Charles Dickens," the reader is invited into a rich tapestry of Victorian England, where the themes of social justice, compassion, and the spirit of giving take center stage. This compendium features the beloved "A Christmas Carol" alongside lesser-known tales such as "TheChimes," "The Cricket on the Hearth," and "The Haunted Man." Dickens'Äôs signature prose, characterized by vivid imagery and intricate characterizations, captivates readers while subtly critiquing the societal norms of his time, encapsulating the Victorian ethos of philanthropy and warmth during the festive season. Charles Dickens, a towering figure in English literature, drew inspiration from his challenging upbringing and a keen awareness of social injustices that plagued his contemporaries. His works often reflect his transformative experiences, particularly the importance of benevolence amidst hardship. Dickens, who famously emphasized the notion of redemption, utilized the Christmas stories to promote ethical values and communal responsibility'Äîa reflection of his own beliefs shaped by personal trials and societal observations. This invaluable collection is recommended for both devoted Dickens enthusiasts and newcomers alike, as it encapsulates the essence of the human spirit through the lens of Christmas cheer. Dive into these narratives to uncover timeless lessons of hope, generosity, and the enduring belief in the possibility of change.
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GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length79 hrs 31 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 23, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Stave I. Marley's Ghost
3Stave II. The First of the Three Spirits
4Stave III. The Second of the Three Spirits
5Stave IV. The Last of the Spirits
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6Stave V. The End of It
7First Quarter
8Second Quarter
9Third Quarter
10Fourth Quarter
11Chirp the First
12Chirp the Second
13Chirp the Third
14Part the First
15Part the Second
16Part the Third
17Chapter I. The Gift Bestowed
18Chapter II. The Gift Diffused
19Chapter III. The Gift Reversed
20A Christmas Tree (Charles Dickens)
21What Christmas Is As We Grow Older (Charles Dickens)
22The Poor Relation's Story (Charles Dickens)
23The Child's Story (Charles Dickens)
24The Schoolboy's Story (Charles Dickens)
25Nobody's Story (Charles Dickens)
26Chapter I. In the Old City of Rochester
27Chapter II. The Story of Richard Doubledick
28Chapter III. The Road
29First Branch. Myself
30Second Branch. The Boots
31Third Branch. The Bill
32The Wreck of the Golden Mary (Charles Dickens)
33Chapter I. The Island of Silver-Store
34Chapter II. The Prison in the Woods
35Chapter III. The Rafts on the River
36Over the Way
37The Manchester Marriage
38Going Into Society
39Three Evenings in the House
40Trottle's Report
41Let at Last
42The Mortals in the House
43The Ghost in the Clock Room
44The Ghost in the Double Room
45The Ghost in the Picture Room
46The Ghost in the Cupboard Room
47The Ghost in Master B.'s Room
48The Ghost in the Garden Room
49The Ghost in the Corner Room
50Chapter I. The Village
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