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Discover the timeless tale of *The Old Curiosity Shop*, a classic Victorian melodrama by Charles Dickens, now available in a stunning trade paperback edition. This beloved novel captures the heart and soul of Victorian England, immersing readers in the poignant story of Little Nell Trent and her ailing grandfather. Living in a quaint yet gloomy curiosity shop, their peaceful life is shattered when the nefarious money-lender Daniel Quilp seizes their home due to unpaid debts, propelling them into a tumultuous world filled with danger and uncertainty.
This edition, published by Penguin UK in 2001, features insightful notes and an introduction by Norman Page, enriching your reading experience. With 608 pages of captivating storytelling and original illustrations, this paperback not only restores the authentic text of 1841 but also provides valuable context surrounding its themes of innocence, tragedy, and resilience.
Recognized for its unforgettable characters—from the endearing Little Nell to the grotesque Quilp—*The Old Curiosity Shop* remains a significant work in Dickens's oeuvre, appealing to both new readers and literary enthusiasts alike. The book’s rich narrative and complex characters explore the dichotomy of comedy and tragedy, making it a must-read classic.
Order your copy today and dive into the world of Charles Dickens, a pillar of English literature whose influence continues to resonate. Enjoy fast shipping right to your door, ensuring a timely arrival for your reading pleasure!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140437423
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2001
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 608
Description:
The archetypal Victorian melodrama, as heartfelt and moving today as when it was first published, Charles Dickens's The Old Curiosity Shop is edited with notes and an introduction by Norman Page in Penguin Classics.
Little Nell Trent lives in the quiet gloom of the old curiosity shop with her ailing grandfather, for whom she cares with selfless devotion. But when they are unable to pay their debts to the stunted, lecherous and demonic money-lender Daniel Quilp, the shop is seized and they are forced to flee, thrown into a shadowy world in which there seems to be no safe haven. Dickens's portrayal of the innocent, tragic Nell made The Old Curiosity Shop an instant bestseller that captured the hearts of the nation, even as it was criticised for its sentimentality by figures such as Oscar Wilde. Yet alongside the story's pathos are some of Dickens's greatest comic and grotesque creations- the ne'er-do-well Dick Swiveller, the mannish lawyer Sally Brass, the half-starved 'Marchioness' and the lustful, loathsome Quilp himself.
This edition, based on the original text of 1841, contains an introduction by Norman Page discussing the various contrasting themes of the novel and its roots in Dickens's own personal tragedy, with prefaces to the 1841 and 1848 editions, a chronology, notes and original illustrations produced for the serial version.
Charles Dickens is one of the best-loved novelists in the English language, whose 200th anniversary was celebrated in 2012. His most famous books, including Oliver Twist, Great Expectations, A Tale of Two Cities, David Copperfield and The Pickwick P
This edition, published by Penguin UK in 2001, features insightful notes and an introduction by Norman Page, enriching your reading experience. With 608 pages of captivating storytelling and original illustrations, this paperback not only restores the authentic text of 1841 but also provides valuable context surrounding its themes of innocence, tragedy, and resilience.
Recognized for its unforgettable characters—from the endearing Little Nell to the grotesque Quilp—*The Old Curiosity Shop* remains a significant work in Dickens's oeuvre, appealing to both new readers and literary enthusiasts alike. The book’s rich narrative and complex characters explore the dichotomy of comedy and tragedy, making it a must-read classic.
Order your copy today and dive into the world of Charles Dickens, a pillar of English literature whose influence continues to resonate. Enjoy fast shipping right to your door, ensuring a timely arrival for your reading pleasure!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140437423
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2001
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 608
Description:
The archetypal Victorian melodrama, as heartfelt and moving today as when it was first published, Charles Dickens's The Old Curiosity Shop is edited with notes and an introduction by Norman Page in Penguin Classics.
Little Nell Trent lives in the quiet gloom of the old curiosity shop with her ailing grandfather, for whom she cares with selfless devotion. But when they are unable to pay their debts to the stunted, lecherous and demonic money-lender Daniel Quilp, the shop is seized and they are forced to flee, thrown into a shadowy world in which there seems to be no safe haven. Dickens's portrayal of the innocent, tragic Nell made The Old Curiosity Shop an instant bestseller that captured the hearts of the nation, even as it was criticised for its sentimentality by figures such as Oscar Wilde. Yet alongside the story's pathos are some of Dickens's greatest comic and grotesque creations- the ne'er-do-well Dick Swiveller, the mannish lawyer Sally Brass, the half-starved 'Marchioness' and the lustful, loathsome Quilp himself.
This edition, based on the original text of 1841, contains an introduction by Norman Page discussing the various contrasting themes of the novel and its roots in Dickens's own personal tragedy, with prefaces to the 1841 and 1848 editions, a chronology, notes and original illustrations produced for the serial version.
Charles Dickens is one of the best-loved novelists in the English language, whose 200th anniversary was celebrated in 2012. His most famous books, including Oliver Twist, Great Expectations, A Tale of Two Cities, David Copperfield and The Pickwick P