Dickens, Charles
Bleak House (Everyman's Library classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781857150087
- author:
- Dickens, Charles
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Everyman
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1991
- Pages:
- 880
- Genre:
- Classic fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Charles Dickens's Bleak House is a masterful exploration of love, inheritance, and corruption in 19th-century London. Set against the backdrop of a notorious lawsuit, this novel delves into the complexities of public and private worlds, where the fog-shrouded streets seem to seep into the very bones of its characters. First published in monthly parts between 1852-3, Bleak House features the iconic illustrations by 'Phiz', which are reproduced in this edition. The novel's bold experimental narrative brings a panoramic sweep to its story, showcasing Dickens's skill at crafting an enormous cast of brilliant characters. This Everyman's Library edition includes the original preface by G. K. Chesterton, adding depth and context to this enduring work of literature.