Charles Dickens

Odin iz samykh grustnykh i psikhologicheski glubokikh romanov Dikkensa. Roman, v kotorom on besposchadno obnazhaet dushu ranneviktorianskogo burzhua, lishennogo chelovecheskikh chuvstv i oderzhimogo zhazhdoj nazhivy. Takov mister Dombi, vesma respektabelnyj chelovek, kotoryj nikogda ne narushaet pravil morali. Tak pochemu zhe ego respektabelnost, ego predstavlenija o dolge, chesti i porjadochnosti gubjat zhizn vsekh ego blizkikh - i dazhe ego sobstvennuju? Dikkens ne daet prjamogo otveta na etot vopros, odnako istorija docheri mistera Dombi Florens i ee vozljublennogo Uoltera Geja, vykhodtsa iz prostoj rabochej semi, etikh istinnykh predstavitelej novogo vzgljada na zhizn, v kotoroj est mesto ne tolko dolgu, no i chuvstvam, vnushaet chitatelju nadezhdu na buduschee.

Charles Dickensi peateos "Kõle Maja" ilmus algselt annete kaupa märtsist 1852 septembrini 1853, oma kaante vahel 12.09.1853. Raamat avab Dickensi nn tumeda perioodi, mil tema ühiskonnakriitiline geenius jõuab kõrgvormi. Teos jälgib kümnete värvikate tegelaste käekäiku, keda ühendab nii- või teistsugune side aastakümneid veniva, mitmeid pärijate põlvkondi hauda saatnud pärandusasjaga Jarndyce Jarndyce'i vastu, ning on esitatud kahe põimuva jutustusena: noore Esther Summersoni minavormis jutustus vaheldub kõiketeadva autori olevikuvormis antud looga, muutes romaani mitmehäälseks. Näeme Estheri hooldajat John Jarndyce'i ja tema noorukesi hoolealuseid Adat ning Richardit; sir Leicester ja leedi Honoria Dedlocki nende luksuslikus linnamajas ja maamõisas; parasiidist elukunstnikku Harold Skimpole'i; advokaate, erusõdureid, arste, liiakasuvõtjaid, pisikaubitsejaid, silmakirjalikke heategijaid, valevagasid jutlustajaid, kohtu ümberkirjutajaid ja paljusid teisi kuni tööstusliku pöörde aegse Londoni kõige armetumate heidikuteni kirjaoskamatu poisikese Jo näol, kes "ei tea midagit" ja oskab ainult oma ristmikku pühkida. "Kõle Maja" mõistab külmas raevus hukka Dickensi kaasaegse ühiskonna ebainimlikkuse; ent siin saavutab ka Dickensi stiili tume poeetika oma kõrgvormi ja moodustab puhtsüdamliku headuse hääle ning teisalt groteski ja satiiriga põimudes unustamatu terviku.

In 1843 Charles Dickens took up his pen to begin his 'ghostly little book' and so created A Christmas Carol and the mean-spirited Ebenezer Scrooge, one of the most memorable characters in literature. In weaving his enduring story of redemption, Dickens gave the world a tale that delights with every retelling and played a part in shaping the modern idea of Christmas. The Chiltern Publishing paperback range combines elegant design with high-quality craftsmanship. Each edition is finished with coloured endpapers and generous 90 mm flaps, printed on luxurious 100 gsm cream paper and features sewn paperback binding, ensuring durability while allowing the pages to open comfortably and maintain the strength expected of a premium edition. Thoughtfully produced and designed to last, the Chiltern Publishing paperback range offers readers a refined reading experience while preserving the timeless aesthetic that defines Chiltern Publishing.

Afternoon eighteen years as a prisoner in the Bastille, Dr Manettee settles in London with his long-lost daughter Lucie. But their tranquil existence is shattered when the family is drawn back to Paris, a city in the grip of the Terror. In Dicken's great historical novel, the action switches between London and Revolutionary Paris in a compelling drama of love, vengeance and sacrifice. The Chiltern Publishing paperback range combines elegant design with high-quality craftsmanship. Each edition is finished with coloured endpapers and generous 90 mm flaps, printed on luxurious 100 gsm cream paper and features sewn paperback binding, ensuring durability while allowing the pages to open comfortably and maintain the strength expected of a premium edition. Thoughtfully produced and designed to last, the Chiltern Publishing paperback range offers readers a refined reading experience while preserving the timeless aesthetic that defines Chiltern Publishing.

Amidst the brewing chaos of the French Revolution, the cities of London and Paris witness a stirring tale of love and sacrifice. Two men who share the same face but belong to different worlds-former aristocrat Charles Darnay and disillusioned barrister Sydney Carton-fall in love with the same woman: Lucie Manette, a gentle force who brings light into their dark lives. As the revolution reaches a peak, tragedy strikes. Travelling into France to rescue an old family servant, Charles Darnay is caught and imprisoned for being an aristocrat.

Set in a period of political upheaval in Victorian England, these heartwarming stories of working-class families capture the inherent kindness and generosity of people and the true spirit of Christmas.

Four of Charles Dickens's classic novels are collected here in one volume. Oliver Twist. Pip. The ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future. The characters of Charles Dickens live on in our imaginations long after we've read his renowned works of social commentary and vivid storytelling. Although these novels were written more than a hundred years ago, no home library today would be complete without them. This edition collects some of Dickens's most famous and beloved works--The Adventures of Oliver Twist, A Christmas Carol, A Tale of Two Cities, and Great Expectations--in an elegant, leather-bound, keepsake edition. For those who've never read Dickens, it's the perfect opportunity to experience his unique and compelling writing. And for those who are already Dickens devotees, an introduction by a renowned scholar will provide additional context and food for thought.