Publisher's Synopsis
The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club is a novel by Charles Dickens, which was originally published in serial form between 1836 and 1837. The novel is a comedic and satirical portrayal of English society, and follows the adventures of a group of misfit characters who form a club called the Pickwick Club. This particular edition, published in 1867, is the second volume of the novel's posthumous papers, and contains a collection of additional stories and sketches that were not included in the original publication. These stories include tales of the Pickwick Club's travels through England, as well as humorous anecdotes and character sketches.The novel is known for its memorable characters, including the bumbling and naive Mr. Pickwick, his loyal servant Sam Weller, and the scheming lawyer Mr. Jingle. The novel also features Dickens' signature social commentary, with themes of class, justice, and morality woven throughout the story.Overall, The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club is a classic work of English literature, and this edition offers readers a chance to delve deeper into the world of Dickens' beloved characters.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.
