Charles Dickens

Nicholas Nickleby

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ISBN 13:: 9780099540793
author:: Charles Dickens
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Vintage Classics
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2011
Pages:: 944
Dimensions:: 12.7 x 4.32 x 20.32 centimetres
Genre:: Fiction & Literature, Classics, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:: New
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Nicholas Nickleby is a masterful exploration of neglect and cruelty, presented in a blackly comic masterpiece. When Nicholas's father dies, he, his mother and sister are left penniless, forcing him to find work as a tutor at Dotheboys Hall.

However, the headmaster, Wackford Squeers, has other plans for his young charges, subjecting them to a harsh regime that would be unbearable in most circumstances. Nicholas soon discovers that he is not alone in his struggles, and embarks on an adventure that takes him from the confines of boarding school to the vibrant world of the London stage.

This absorbing novel is a powerful exploration of the human condition, tackling issues of neglect and cruelty with wit and sensitivity. With its rich characters and engaging storyline, Nicholas Nickleby is a compelling read for anyone interested in coming-of-age stories or classic literature.

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