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David Copperfield
In "David Copperfield" (1849), once again, issues of class and the differences between public and private standards (represented in the corruption of the wealthy and brilliant …
Martin Chuzzlewit
Dickens turns his satirical eye on America in "Martin Chuzzlewit" (serialized 1843-1844), when young Martin embarks on a voyage that is destined to affect the fortunes of his …
A Tale of Two Cities
Set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, "A Tale of Two Cities" is Dickens' masterful portrait of Paris and London. The shadow of the guillotine's blade hangs over two …
Christmas Books
"The Christmas Books" (1843) contains five short stories, the most famous of which, "A Christmas Carol" portrays a pantomime victory of good will over evil, guided by the ghosts of …
Little Dorrit
Originally serialized between 1855 and 1857, this work satirizes the shortcomings of the government and society of the period. It introduces an array of characters trying to …
Nonesuch Dickens
The third set of 3 titles in the essential collector's Dickens, based on the world-famous Nonesuch Press edition of 1937. The text is taken from the 1867 Chapman and Hall edition, …
Great Expectations and Hard Times
"Great Expectations" (1861) tells the story of Pip, whose life becomes forever linked with that of an escaped convict whom he helps to escape one fateful night. Overwhelmed by …
The Nonesuch Dickens Boxed Set
Based on the world-famous "Nonesuch Press" edition of 1937, the text is taken from the 1867 "Chapman and Hall" edition, which became known as the "Charles Dickens" edition, and was …