Charles Dickens

Charles Dickens, born on February 7, 1812, in Portsmouth, England, is one of the most beloved novelists of the Victorian era. His early life was marked by hardship; his family faced financial struggles that led to his brief stint in a factory. These experiences shaped his keen observations of society, which he later infused into his rich, vibrant characters and intricate plots. Dickens had a remarkable ability to weave social commentary into his stories, often highlighting the struggles of the poor and the injustices of his time, making his works both entertaining and thought-provoking.

Throughout his prolific career, Dickens penned timeless classics such as "A Christmas Carol," "Great Expectations," and "Oliver Twist," each filled with memorable characters and poignant lessons. His storytelling captures the essence of human experience, from joy to sorrow, and resonates with readers even today. As you explore his works in this app, you'll find a world where wit meets compassion, and you'll be drawn into the lives of characters that feel as real as your own. Happy listening!

A Christmas Carol (Version 14)

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A Christmas Carol recounts the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly miser who is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob …

Charles Dickens 200th Anniversary Collection Vol. 1

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The Charles Dickens 200th Anniversary Collection comprises short works previously unrecorded for LibriVox - fiction, essays, poetry, letters…

Hard Times (version 2 dramatic reading)

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Charles Dickens' 1854 novel opens with the philosophy of education espoused by the eminently practical Mr. Gradgrind, who prizes "facts…

A Child's History of England

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A Child's History of England is Charles Dickens' engaging retelling of England's past, crafted specifically for younger readers. Spanning fr…

Nicholas Nickleby (Version 4)

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After the death of his father, Nicholas must provide for his mother and sister. His wealthy uncle provides him with employment at a boys' s…

The Old Curiosity Shop (version 3)

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Nell and her elderly grandfather must flee from home after losing their shop and home to the evil Mr. Quilp. Her good-for-nothing brother, c…

Charles Dickens The Mystery of Edwin Drood

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Experience the classic tale of The Mystery of Edwin Drood by Charles Dickens, brought to life in a dramatic five-part adaptation. This capti…

The Battle of Life

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While "The Battle of Life" is one of Charles Dickens' Christmas Books - his annual release of a story just before Christmas - this…

Charles Dickens' Children Stories - Retold by His Grandaughter

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These re-tellings of well known stories originally written by Charles Dickens are all focused on the children in them. Their humor and path…

Some Short Christmas Stories

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Here are some classic, short Christmas stories from Charles Dickens, who, one may easily argue, was the greatest Christmas storyteller to da…

A Tale of Two Cities

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A Tale of Two Cities (1859) is a historical novel by Charles Dickens; it is moreover a moral novel strongly concerned with themes of guilt, …

Barnaby Rudge

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A wayside tavern where the local men drink and gossip; an unsolved, twenty year old murder at a nearby mansion; a very talkative black raven…

American Notes (Version 2)

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Charles Dickens records his impressions of America during his 1842 journey. - Summary by Brad "Hamlet" Filippone

Our Mutual Friend

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Dickens' last complete novel was published serially 1864-5. It begins with an intriguing fortune offered to John Harmon by his late father, …

The Life And Adventures Of Nicholas Nickleby

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The action takes place in London, with excursions to Devon, Yorkshire, and Portsmouth, as we follow the adventures of the eponymous hero. Ni…

A Tale of Two Cities (Version 5)

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Charles Dickens’s A Tale of Two Cities is a novel that views the eighteenth century French Revolution through the lens of nineteenth century…

Pictures from Italy

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Dickens takes time off his novels to give an account of travels which he and his family undertook in France and Italy. There are vivid descr…

The Uncommercial Traveller

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The Uncommercial Traveller is a collection of literary sketches and reminiscences written by Charles Dickens. In 1859 Dickens founded a new …

The Cricket on the Hearth

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John Peerybingle, a carrier, lives with his wife Dot (who is much younger than he), their baby, their nanny Tilly Slowboy, and a mysterious …

A Budget of Christmas Tales

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This is a 1895 collection of christmas-themed short stories and poems by various authors, Charles Dickens himself being the most prominent f…

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