Little Dorrit

Little Dorrit by Charles Dickens, published by Penguin Books in 1998, is a significant work of fiction that spans 889 pages. This edition presents a detailed exploration of life within an English debtors’ prison, a setting that reflects Dickens’s own familial experiences. The story centers on Amy Dorrit, who has dedicated her life to caring for her father while navigating the complexities of a society that perpetuates the injustices of imprisonment.
Readers will find a vivid portrayal of both the physical and psychological challenges faced by those incarcerated, as well as a critical examination of societal hypocrisy. The narrative delves into themes of confinement and resilience, offering insights into the human condition amidst adversity. This edition includes line drawings that complement the text, enhancing the reader’s experience of Dickens’s classic exploration of life and morality.
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Charles Dickens’s masterpiece about prison life is set in an English debtors’ prison (where Dickens’s own father had been imprisoned) and where Amy Dorrit, the heroine, has spent her entire life caring for her imprisoned father. The novel portrays both the physical and psychological horrors of imprisonment and the hypocrisy of a society that allows them to continue. Line drawings.
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