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Esteemed writer G. K. Chesterton offers a compelling critique of the works of Charles Dickens, sharing his profound admiration and unique insights into Dickens literary genius in his distinct and engaging style. (Summary by Karen Merline)

The Uncommercial Traveller is the persona of Dickens for this collection of semi-autobiographical sketches. A kind of Victorian blogger, he is funny and affecting by turns as he recounts what he sees and wonders at its meaning. Whether laying bare ‘a wilderness of dirt, rags, and hunger’ or musing on the ‘moodiness’ of tom-cats; recounting Mr Indignation Cocker’s sherry bill or simply taking us by the hand as he goes about his ‘no-business’ in London and further afield, he brings the warmth, compassion and fleet-footed wit that infuse his novels.

A Christmas Carol is a novella by English author Charles Dickens first published by Chapman & Hall on 17 December 1843. The story tells of sour and stingy Ebenezer Scrooge's ideological, ethical, and emotional transformation after the supernatural visits of Jacob Marley and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come.View our full collection of podcasts at our website: https://www.solgoodmedia.com or YouTube channel: www.solgood.org/subscribeThis is a Librivox Recording. All Librivox recordings are in the public domain.

"The Signal-Man" is a first-person horror/mystery story by Charles Dickens, first published as part of the Mugby Junction collection in the 1866 Christmas edition of All the Year Round. The railway signal-man of the title tells the narrator of an apparition that has been haunting him. Each spectral appearance precedes a tragic event on the railway on which the signalman works. The signalman's work is at a signal-box in a deep cutting near a tunnel entrance on a lonely stretch of the railway line, and he controls the movements of passing trains.

A Christmas Carol is a timeless novella by the renowned English author Charles Dickens, first published on December 17, 1843. This beloved story follows the transformation of the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, who undergoes a profound ideological, ethical, and emotional awakening after being visited by the ghostly apparitions of Jacob Marley and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. With its rich themes of redemption and the spirit of Christmas, the novella quickly captured the hearts of readers and critics alike. (Summary by Wikipedia)

Born within the confines of Marshalsea Prison for Debtors, Amy—affectionately known as Little Dorrit—dedicates her life to caring for her proud but fallen father, William Dorrit. Her humble existence takes a dramatic turn when she meets Arthur Clennam, setting off a series of events that will not only transform Amys life but also reshape the fortunes of the entire Dorrit family. In Little Dorrit, Charles Dickens masterfully immerses us in a vividly rich tapestry of human experiences, where themes of virtue and vice collide, and the boundaries of strength and weakness blur. With his ...

Set against the vibrant backdrop of London and its picturesque excursions to Devon, Yorkshire, and Portsmouth, this tale follows the remarkable journey of Nicholas Nickleby. As he grapples with the challenges of unwelcome employment to support his widowed mother and sister, Nicholas faces the mercenary machinations of his uncle, Ralph. Through a series of captivating adventures, he ultimately strives for triumph over his uncle, though his victory is bittersweet. (Summary by Chris Garbett)

The Charles Dickens Classics Podcast presents a beautifully narrated selection of his most iconic works, bringing to life his masterful storytelling and deep exploration of human nature.

Experience the rich storytelling of Charles Dickens Audiobooks, a collection of unforgettable tales filled with vivid characters, social commentary, and timeless themes of justice, redemption, and resilience. These classic works continue to inspire and captivate audiences.

Dive into the early life of Charles Dickens, as detailed in a biography published just 17 years following his death. Colleen McMahon brings to life the fascinating tale of this renowned author.

In this penetrating study narrated by leading British voice artist Tanya S. Bartlett, Michael Norris tells the complete story behind Dickens' writing of the book. Norris dives deep into his topic to discover the altruistic angels and monetary demons which drove Dickens, the public debates and rancor which informed him, and the terrible childhood memories which both haunted and inspired him.

The Charles Dickens Works Collection compiles his complete literary masterpieces, providing a deep dive into the world of Victorian England and the struggles of its people.

Martin Chuzzlewit, Charles Dickens sixth novel, was serially published from 1843 to 1844. Despite Dickens declaring it to be immeasurably the best of my stories, it initially struggled to captivate the public as previous works had. However, by the 1850s, its reputation grew, and it is now celebrated as a great literary achievement. The story begins slowly but is enriched by exquisite prose throughout. At its heart lies the exploration of selfishness and obstinacy, as the young protagonist, Martin Chuzzlewit, finds himself estranged from his grandfather due to his love for Mary Graham, his ...

Timeless Charles Dickens Stories features a collection of his greatest works, offering compelling narratives of hardship, perseverance, and social change that remain relevant today.

Experience a delightful rendition of A Christmas Carol, adapted and performed by Charles Dickens during his iconic American Tour of 1862. This special abridged version removes the darker themes of the original novel, presenting a humorous and heartwarming tale perfect for family listening. With a runtime of just an hour and a half, it promises to enchant audiences of all ages. (Michael Armenta)

Born in the Marshalsea Prison for Debtors, Amy—Little Dorrit—the daughter of the ruined, but self-respectful William Dorrit, has put her entire heart in caring for her dear father, until one day her humble path is crossed by Arthur Clennam. Their meeting proves providential not only for Amy's life, but for the whole Dorrit family, whose new rise will, in many ways, be also their fall. As in all his novels, in Little Dorrit Dickens ushers us into a fascinating and startlingly rich world of human characters and destinies, where virtue and nobility cross swords with vice and villainy, where ...

A collection of Charles Dickens novels (by season).View our full collection of podcasts at our website: https://www.solgoodmedia.com or YouTube channel: www.solgood.org/subscribeThis is a Librivox Recording. All Librivox recordings are in the public domain.

Actor Dominic Gerrard hosts an exciting new series that explores the Life and Times of Charles Dickens: his extraordinary novels, who he was as a person, his career as a performer, and his activism. Guests include: Stephen Fry, Miriam Margolyes, Armando Iannucci, Alice Loxton, Robert Douglas-Fairhurst, Lucinda Hawksley, John Mullan, Pen Vogler, Andrew Davies, Rosie Holt, Bernard Cornwell .... and many more academics, writers, actors, directors and descendants of the great man himself! Along side these interviews there are special Dickens readings from across his works ...Thank you for ...

After the death of his father, Nicholas must provide for his mother and sister. His wealthy uncle provides him with employment at a boys' school, run by the villainous Mr. Squeers. But when Nicholas has seen enough of the brutal manner in which Squeers treats the boys, he attacks him--and is forced to go on the run to avoid the ramifications. - Summary by Brad "Hamlet" Filippone

Hard Times was Dickens's shortest novel and the only one to be set in the industrial north of England. A fast moving story with a typical cast of larger than life characters, the novel is a vehicle for a humanist critique of both utilitarian education ('Teach these boys and girls nothing but facts', says Mr. Gradgrind in the opening paragraph) and the mutual antagonism between capital and the trade union. A humanist education system, it turns out, is Dickens's solution to the class struggle. Hard Times is set in the fictional Coketown and was partly inspired by a visit to Preston during the ...