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Author : Charles Dickens
language : en
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Release Date : 2020-04-08
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The Old Curiosity Shop is one of two novels (the other being Barnaby Rudge) which Charles Dickens published along with short stories in his weekly serial Master Humphrey's Clock, from 1840 to 1841. It was so popular that New York readers stormed the wharf when the ship bearing the final installment arrived in 1841. The Old Curiosity Shop was printed in book form in 1841.The Old Curiosity Shop tells the story of Nell Trent, a beautiful and virtuous young girl of "not quite fourteen". An orphan, she lives with her maternal grandfather (whose name is never revealed) in his shop of odds and ends. Her grandfather loves her dearly, and Nell does not complain, but she lives a lonely existence with almost no friends her own age.
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Author : Charles Dickens
language : en
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Release Date : 1863
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Author : Charles Dickens
language : en
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Release Date : 2021-01-01
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First published in the year 1840, celebrated Victorian romantic novelist Charlotte Brontë's present book 'The Old Curiosity Shop' follows the life of Nell Trent and her grandfather, both residents of The Old Curiosity Shop in London.
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Release Date : 2021-02-18
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The Old Curiosity Shop is one of two novels (the other being Barnaby Rudge) which Charles Dickens published along with short stories in his weekly serial Master Humphrey's Clock, from 1840 to 1841. It was so popular that New York readers stormed the wharf when the ship bearing the final installment arrived in 1841.The Old Curiosity Shop was printed in book form in 1841.
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Release Date : 2019-08-11
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The Old Curiosity Shop is a novel by English writer Charles Dickens, published in installments between 1840 and 1841. The novel tells about the life of Nell Trent and her grandfather, living in London in an antique shop.The Old Curiosity Shop was one of two novels (the other is Barnaby Rudge) which Dickens serialized in his weekly magazine called Master Humphrey's Clock. The installments were published between 1840 and 1841 and then republished in a single volume in 1841. The novel caused a sensation at the time because the protagonist, Nell, dies in the end, which was contrary to public taste at the time which favoured happy endings. The ending sparked pubic demonstrations against the author and his decision to kill off his character.The novel tells the story of Nell Trent, a beautiful and virtuous young girl who has not attained the age of fourteen. Being an orphan, Nell lives with his grandfather (whose name is never revealed) in his antique shop, which the book its title. Although she is very much loved by her grandfather, Nell leads a lonely existence and has very few companions her own age. Her only friend is Kit, a young boy and honest employee who also lives in the shop, and whom Nell is teaching to read and write.Secretly obsessed with ensuring that Nell does not die in poverty, her grandfather turns to gambling in a misguided effort to make money. But he has little luck, and becomes heavily indebted to Daniel Quilp, a malicious and deformed money lender (who then drowns in the river Thames towards the end of the book). Unable to repay his debts, Nell's grandfather loses the store. He and Nell are driven out onto the streets and survive by begging, wandering all over London and surrounding area.Meanwhile, Nell's brother is convinced that the grandfather has hidden money for Nell and forms a plan to have his simpleton friend Mr. Swiveller marry Nell so that they can share in the supposed fortune. The two, aided by the malicious Mr. Quilp pursue Nell and her grandfather. Quilp knows that there is no money but he joins in the scheme for the simple sadistic pleasure of tormenting Nell.As Nell and her grandfather wander through Victorian England they meet different and peculiar characters, like puppeteers, the ambitious owner of a wax museum, who calls itself the "Marquise", a dog trainer, and an iron smith who speaks to the fire of his forge. After many adventures and difficulties they arrive in quiet town, where they are helped by an old man referred to as the "Bachelor". Everything now seems to be going well, but Nell is sad and lonely, and starts spending all her time in the village cemetery, which is the only place where she seems at ease. Soon Nell dies, making her grandfather and all who love her mad with grief.Many readers were dismayed by Dickens' decision to kill off his main character. But many critics found the ending melodramatic and maudlin. Oscar Wilde remarked that 'One would have to have a heart of stone to read the death of little Nell without dissolving into tears...of laughter.'
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Author : Charles Dickens
language : en
Publisher: E-Kitap Projesi & Cheapest Books
Release Date : 2024-01-31
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The grandfather of Nell Trent wants to make sure his granddaughter is provided for when he dies. His memory of his daughters suffering and premature death gives him a fear of poverty. This obsession results in his financial and physical ruin. Nell and her grandfather flee and embark on a journey that has no destination. For Nell, all she wants is a peaceful existence with enough to subsist on.They come across many interesting people in their travels and are often met with the kindness of strangers. Yet, underneath an animated and colorful world, they also encounter the bleak reality of the industrial age. From simple villages and fields of flowers, they cross into a dirty city full of mass unemployment and plague victimswhere children die from starvation and are left on the curb.The story isnt just about Nell and her grandfather, but the people who are connected to them directly or indirectly. There is Richard Swiveller, a careless young man who is a friend of Nells plotting brother, who wants Swiveller to marry Nell for the fortune he thinks she has. Daniel Quilp, the malicious dwarf, has a vendetta against the grandfatherwho was the one person who managed to fool him. There is honest Kit, who finds himself the victim of spite of people he never harmed. Kit desires to help Nell, whoM he worships as a personal angel that has always inspired the best in him. The mysterious Bevis Marks, who is a generous patron to some and an enemy to others, also has his own reasons for finding Nell and her grandfather.Unique to this book, unlike Dickens other works, is a fairy tale quality to the story. It is certainly a book of contrasts: the purity of Nell compared to the sadistic depravity of Quilp, fresh air and scenic villages to the polluted, stone covered city, etc. Even peoples reactions to the book revealed a stark contrast. At first, Nell Trent was praised as the most perfect Dickens character. Later, she was ridiculed and criticized by many well-known people like Oscar Wilde. While characters in other Dickens books are moving towards a better future, Nell and her grandfather are fleeing their lifeand their story is moving towards an ending.The Old Curiosity Shop was inspired by a personal tragedy in Dickens life. Nell Trent is based on the seventeen year old sister-in-law of Dickens who lived with him and whom he was fond of. The girl collapsed and died suddenly after the family had come home from the theater, probably due to undiagnosed heart disease. The story is a time capsulefull of references of popular songs, literature, and scandals of the period. As to be expected of a Dickens novel, there is social commentary on the plight of the poor. The Old Curiosity Shop delves into the unknown world of freak shows and other traveling entertainersshowing a magical world, yet one with a dark underside to it.
A Comprehensive Summary And Analysis Of The Old Curiosity Shop
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Author : Charles Dickens
language : en
Publisher: Namaskar Books
Release Date : 2025-02-19
A Comprehensive Summary And Analysis Of The Old Curiosity Shop written by Charles Dickens and has been published by Namaskar Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-02-19 with Fiction categories.
In Charles Dickens’ The Old Curiosity Shop, the narrative unfolds through the eyes of an unnamed narrator who, during his nightly walks, encounters a young girl named Nell, setting in motion a chain of events that explores themes of good versus evil, innocence versus corruption, and the redemptive power of love and compassion. The story begins with the introduction of Little Nell and her grandfather, who run an antique shop, or curiosity shop, that has fallen on hard times. The grandfather, consumed by a gambling addiction and a desire to secure a future for Nell, secretly borrows money from the malevolent dwarf, Daniel Quilp, using their shop as collateral. This act places them under the thumb of Quilp and his machinations, who is described as having a grotesque appearance with restless, cunning black eyes and a ghastly smile. Quilp’s physical characteristics, such as his bristly beard and discolored teeth, underscore his unpleasant nature.
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Author : CHARLES DICKENS
language : en
Publisher: PURE SNOW PUBLISHING
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The Old Curiosity Shop written by CHARLES DICKENS and has been published by PURE SNOW PUBLISHING this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Fiction categories.
THE OLD CURIOSITY SHOP BY CHARLES DICKENS KEY FEATURES OF THIS BOOK · Includes an autobiographical sketch of the author · This book includes original artwork · Unabridged original content · Available in multiple formats: eBook, original paperback, large print paperback and hardcover · Proper paragraph formatting with Indented first lines, 1.25 Line Spacing and Justified Paragraphs · Properly formatted for aesthetics and ease of reading. · Custom Table of Contents and Design elements for each chapter · The Copyright page has been placed at the end of the book, as to not impede the content and flow of the book. ABOUT THE BOOK: Original publication: 1840 The extraordinary bestselling story of Little Nell, the beautiful child thrown into a shadowy, terrifying world. The sorrows of Nell and her grandfather are offset by Dickens's creation of a dazzling contemporary world inhabited by some of his most brilliantly drawn characters-the eloquent ne'er-do-well Dick Swiveller; the hungry maid known as the "Marchioness"; the mannish lawyer Sally Brass; Quilp's brow-beaten mother-in-law; and Quilp himself, the lustful, vengeful dwarf, whose demonic energy makes a vivid counterpoint to Nell's purity. This book is great for schools, teachers and students or for the casual reader, and makes a wonderful addition to any classic literary library ABOUT US: At Pure Snow Publishing we have taken the time and care into formatting this book to make it the best possible reading experience. With more than 500 book listings, we specialize in publishing classic books and have been publishing books since 2014. Enjoy!
The Old Curiosity Shop Illustrated
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Author : Charles Dickensdickens
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Release Date : 2021-01-14
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The Old Curiosity Shop is one of two novels (the other being Barnaby Rudge) which Charles Dickens published along with short stories in his weekly serial Master Humphrey's Clock, from 1840 to 1841. It was so popular that New York readers stormed the wharf when the ship bearing the final installment arrived in 1841.[1] The Old Curiosity Shop was printed in book form in 1841.
The Old Curiosity Shop Illustrated Classic Edition With Original Illustrations
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Author : Charles Dickens
language : en
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Release Date : 2020-09-26
The Old Curiosity Shop Illustrated Classic Edition With Original Illustrations written by Charles Dickens and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-09-26 with categories.
The Old Curiosity Shop is one of two novels (the other being Barnaby Rudge) which Charles Dickens published along with short stories in his weekly serial Master Humphrey's Clock, from 1840 to 1841. It was so popular that New York readers stormed the wharf when the ship bearing the final instalment arrived in 1841. The Old Curiosity Shop was printed in book form in 1841.The plot follows the life of Nell Trent and her grandfather, both residents of The Old Curiosity Shop in London.Queen Victoria read the novel in 1841 and found it "very interesting and cleverly written".