Charles Dickens Collection 12 Books Set - Great Expectations, Oliver Twist & More - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Great Expectations
Oliver Twist
A Tale of Two Cities
Hard Times
A Christmas Carol
The Pickwick Papers – Part I
The Pickwick Papers – Part II
David Copperfield – Part I
David Copperfield – Part II
Nicholas Nickleby – Part I
Nicholas Nickleby – Part II
Charles Dickens Selected Short Stories

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789124029906
Publisher: Rupa Publications

Overview
This 12-book paperback collection brings together the essential works of Charles Dickens in one brand-new boxed-style set. From the gritty streets of Victorian London in Oliver Twist to the courtroom drama of A Tale of Two Cities, these editions capture the wit, social commentary, and unforgettable characters that made Dickens one of the most celebrated novelists in the English language. Perfect for students, classic literature lovers, or anyone building a home library, this set offers hours of rich storytelling across some of the most influential novels ever written in the English canon.

About the Books
Charles Dickens remains one of the most widely read authors of all time, and this collection showcases the breadth of his genius across nine major works split into twelve paperback volumes. Great Expectations follows orphan Pip's journey from humble beginnings to gentlemanly aspirations, while Oliver Twist exposes the brutal realities faced by orphaned children in industrial England. A Tale of Two Cities weaves a sweeping narrative of love and sacrifice against the backdrop of the French Revolution, and Hard Times offers a pointed critique of utilitarianism and industrial society. A Christmas Carol remains the definitive holiday classic, following Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation across one unforgettable night. The sprawling comic adventures of The Pickwick Papers are presented across two parts, as is the semi-autobiographical David Copperfield, often considered Dickens's most personal novel, and Nicholas Nickleby, a tale of family loyalty and moral courage. Rounding out the set, Charles Dickens Selected Short Stories gathers shorter works that highlight his versatility as a storyteller. Together, these twelve paperback volumes offer readers a comprehensive introduction to Dickens's enduring themes of social justice, redemption, and the resilience of the human spirit, making this collection an excellent entry point for new readers and a satisfying addition for longtime fans of Victorian literature. Reading the novels in sequence also reveals how Dickens's craft matured over his career, from the episodic comedy of his early work to the tightly plotted social critiques of his later novels, giving readers a rewarding, front-to-back literary journey.

Key Benefits

• Complete 12-book paperback set featuring 9 of Dickens's most celebrated works
• Brand new condition, ready to read or gift immediately
• Includes beloved classics like Great Expectations, Oliver Twist, and A Christmas Carol
• Great value way to build a classic literature library in one purchase
• Ideal gift for students, book clubs, and fans of Victorian fiction
• Compact paperback format is easy to carry, shelve, and travel with

Book-by-Book Guide
Great Expectations — Follows Pip's transformation from a poor orphan into a young gentleman shaped by secret benefactors and hard lessons.
Oliver Twist — Chronicles an orphan's harrowing journey through workhouses and London's criminal underworld.
A Tale of Two Cities — Set against the French Revolution, this novel explores sacrifice, duality, and redemption between London and Paris.
Hard Times — A sharp critique of industrial-era England and the dehumanizing effects of pure utilitarian thinking.
A Christmas Carol — Tells the story of miser Ebenezer Scrooge's overnight redemption through three haunting spirits.
The Pickwick Papers – Part I — Opens the comic adventures of Mr. Pickwick and his fellow club members as they travel the English countryside.
The Pickwick Papers – Part II — Continues the episodic misadventures and social satire that made Dickens's debut novel a sensation.
David Copperfield – Part I — Begins the semi-autobiographical account of David's difficult childhood and early hardships.
David Copperfield – Part II — Follows David into adulthood as he navigates love, career, and personal growth.
Nicholas Nickleby – Part I — Introduces Nicholas as he fights to protect his family after his father's death leaves them vulnerable.
Nicholas Nickleby – Part II — Continues Nicholas's battle against cruelty and injustice as he seeks to secure his family's future.
Charles Dickens Selected Short Stories — Collects shorter fiction that reveals Dickens's range beyond his famous full-length novels.

About the Author
Charles Dickens (1812–1870) was an English writer and social critic widely regarded as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. Born in Portsmouth, Dickens rose from a difficult childhood marked by his father's imprisonment for debt to become one of the most popular and influential authors in literary history. His novels, often first published in serialized form, combined vivid characters and sharp social commentary to address poverty, child labor, and class inequality. Works such as Oliver Twist, Great Expectations, and A Christmas Carol remain cornerstones of English literature, studied and adapted worldwide more than 150 years after his death.

Why You'll Love This Collection
This brand-new paperback set is a wonderful way to discover or revisit Dickens's timeless storytelling in one convenient purchase. It makes a thoughtful holiday gift, a meaningful birthday present for literature lovers, a strong addition to a classroom or home library, or perfect back-to-school reading for students tackling the Victorian classics.

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