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Sketches By Boz: Illustrative Of Every-Day Life And Every-Day People And No Thoroughfare V2

Charles Dickens

Sketches By Boz: Illustrative Of Every-Day Life And Every-Day People And No Thoroughfare V2 is a collection of short stories written by the renowned English author, Charles Dickens. The book is a compilation of sketches that depict the everyday life and people of London during the 19th century. The stories are written with Dickens' signature wit and humor, and they provide a vivid and detailed picture of the social and cultural aspects of Victorian England.The first part of the book, Sketches By Boz, contains a series of sketches that were originally published in various magazines and newspapers between 1833 and 1836. These sketches are a reflection of Dickens' observations of the people and places he encountered during his walks through London. They cover a wide range of topics, from the lives of the poor and working-class to the habits and manners of the middle and upper classes.The second part of the book, No Thoroughfare, is a collaborative work written by Dickens and his friend, Wilkie Collins. It is a suspenseful story of a young woman named Marguerite, who is forced to marry a man she does not love. The story takes place in France and England and involves a complex plot of mistaken identities, hidden secrets, and unexpected twists.Overall, Sketches By Boz: Illustrative Of Every-Day Life And Every-Day People And No Thoroughfare V2 is a must-read for anyone interested in Victorian literature and the social history of England. It is a fascinating and entertaining glimpse into the world of Charles Dickens, one of the most celebrated authors of all time.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publish Date: Jul 25th, 2007
  • Pages: 464
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 1.19in - 1.87lb
  • EAN: 9780548102831
  • Categories: ClassicsLiterary