Dickens, Charles
Oliver Twist
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141439747
- author:
- Dickens, Charles
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 608
- Dimensions:
- 13 x 2.7 x 19.8 centimetres (0.4
- Genre:
- 19th century fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Oliver Twist, a gripping portrayal of London's dark underbelly, exposes the cruel society that spawned a generation of crime and poverty. The story follows Oliver, a young orphan who faces unimaginable hardship from a young age, as he navigates the treacherous world of thieves and con artists. With its vivid characters and unforgettable sense of threat and mystery, this novel has captivated readers for generations. First published in serialized form, this Penguin Classics edition faithfully reproduces the text as it would have been encountered by its earliest readers. The edition includes an introduction, glossary, chronology, and George Cruikshank's original illustrations, providing a rich and detailed context for the novel. Penguin Classics is renowned for publishing authoritative texts of classic literature, enhanced by introductions and notes from distinguished scholars and contemporary authors. This edition is a testament to the enduring power of Dickens's writing, and a must-have for anyone interested in exploring the works of one of literature's greatest masters.