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Selected Short Fiction

By Charles Dickens
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Selected Short Fiction by Charles Dickens offers a collection of captivating stories showcasing Dickens's mastery of characterisation and social commentary. The tales range from touching and poignant to darkly humorous, exploring themes of morality, society, and human nature. This collection gives readers insight into the versatility and depth of one of literature's greatest storytellers.
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This collection may appeal to you if you enjoy tales rich in Victorian atmosphere, keen observations of society, and characters brought to life with Dickens's trademark wit and empathy. Perfect for those who appreciate a mix of drama and humour with insightful social commentary, you will find depth and intrigue in every story from one of England's literary masters.

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Selected Short Fiction

Dickens's sense of comedy and concern with the human psyche are evident in tales of the supernatural, impressionistic sketches, and dramatic monologues.

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Selected Short Fiction by Charles Dickens presents a collection of witty and amusing short pieces where Dickens is liberated from the more formal and sustained demands of the novel. Here, he experiments with a diverse range of fictional techniques.

In his tales of the supernatural, Dickens creates frighteningly believable, spine-tingling stories of prophetic dreams and visions, along with more fantastical adventures featuring goblins and apparitions. These stories provide a chilling yet enchanting escape into the unknown.

The collection also includes impressionistic sketches that combine imaginatively heightened travel journals with wry observations of home and abroad. Through these sketches, Dickens's sharp eye for detail and insight into the human condition is vividly displayed.

In his dramatic monologues, Dickens demonstrates his talent for exploring the secret workings of the human mind. These short works reveal his exuberant sense of comedy and character, as his imagination is given free rein.

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Selected Short Fiction by Charles Dickens receives high praise for its captivating storytelling and rich character portrayal. Readers appreciate the collection's reflection of Victorian society, showcasing Dickens' mastery in weaving social commentary into his narratives. The stories are celebrated for their blend of humour, drama, and moral depth, making them timeless favourites among fans of classic literature.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140431032

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 March 1976

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by George Cruikshank
  • Illustrated by George Cattermole
  • Edited by Deborah Thomas
  • Illustrated by Hablot K. Browne

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 319g

Pages: 432

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Charles Dickens Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics

About the Author

Charles Dickens is one of the greatest English writers of all time. Born in 1812, Dickens was sent to work at the age of twelve after his father was imprisoned for debt. He taught himself shorthand and became a reporter for the Morning Chronicle, quickly achieving success. The Pickwick Papers were published in 1836-7. He continued to write novels like Oliver Twist, Bleak House and David Copperfield until his death in 1870. Deborah A. Thomas is Professor of English at Villanova University, Pennsylvania. She is the author of Dickens and the Short Story, Thackeray and Slavery and Hard Times- A Fable of Fragmentation and Wholeness.

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