| Author |
Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870 |
| Title |
Martin Chuzzlewit
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Chuzzlewit
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| Credits |
Produced by Donald Lainson; David Widger
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| Summary |
"Martin Chuzzlewit" by Charles Dickens is a novel written in the mid-19th century that explores themes of avarice, family dynamics, and social criticism. The story centers around the Chuzzlewit family, particularly focusing on the relationship between Martin Chuzzlewit and his manipulative relatives, including his avaricious grandfather, whose actions profoundly affect Martin's journey and character development. Dickens, with his characteristic wit and keen social observation, delves into the impact greed can have on relationships and individual morals. The opening of "Martin Chuzzlewit" presents an elaborate preface by Dickens where he touches on exaggeration in character depiction, inviting readers to consider the real-life implications of vices and moral failures. The initial chapter introduces the illustrious yet flawed lineage of the Chuzzlewit family, recounting their historical escapades and setting up a satirical exploration of pride and virtue. Further, we are introduced to various characters including the architect Pecksniff, his morally preachy disposition, and the contrasting natures of his daughters, Mercy and Charity. This initial exploration sets a vivid tableau for the unfolding drama, entwining humor and pathos as Dickens critiques societal values through sharply drawn characters and critical observations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Satire
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| Subject |
England -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Bildungsromans
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| Subject |
Young men -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Grandfathers -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Adventure stories
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| Subject |
British -- United States -- Fiction
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Black humor
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| Subject |
Avarice -- Fiction
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| Subject |
United States -- Description and travel -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
968 |
| Release Date |
Apr 27, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 17, 2017 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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