Little Dorrit
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Sprache:Englisch
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Verlag:British Library, Historical Print Editions
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Produktdetails
Einband
Gebundene Ausgabe
Erscheinungsdatum
14.02.2026
Verlag
British Library, Historical Print EditionsSeitenzahl
998
Maße (L/B/H)
23,4/15,6/5,2 cm
Gewicht
1561 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-1-02-542032-5
"Little Dorrit" is a masterpiece of Victorian literature that explores the complexities of English society through the eyes of its protagonist, Amy Dorrit. Born and raised in the Marshalsea debtors' prison, Amy-known as Little Dorrit-embodies selflessness and devotion as she cares for her father, William, who has been incarcerated for decades. The narrative follows the intertwining lives of the Dorrit family and Arthur Clennam, a man returning to England seeking to uncover secrets from his own past.
Charles Dickens expertly weaves a tale of institutional bureaucracy, satirizing the "Circumlocution Office" and its effect on the lives of ordinary citizens. Through a vast cast of characters, the novel examines themes of social stagnation, the corrupting influence of wealth, and the persistent struggle for redemption within a rigid class system. "Little Dorrit" remains a profound critique of the Victorian legal and social structures, balanced by moments of deep humanity and emotional resonance. This sweeping story of poverty, inheritance, and mystery showcases Dickens's unparalleled ability to blend biting social commentary with a compelling human drama that resonates across generations.
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