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- 396 pages
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Set against the backdrop of the Victorian era, this novel critiques the judicial system and the aristocracy through the protracted Jarndyce estate case. Central to the story are Esther Summerson and her mother, Lady Dedlock, whose complex relationship unfolds amid the legal turmoil. Dickens delves into Lady Dedlock's haughty demeanor and enigmatic history, revealing her romantic nature. The narrative intertwines social commentary with rich character exploration, showcasing Dickens' prowess as both a storyteller and social activist.
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- Title
- Bleak House
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Charles Dickens
- Publisher
- Book Jungle
- Released
- 2009
- Pages
- 396
- ISBN13
- 9781438509006
- Series
- Real Reads
- Tags
- Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Historical Fiction, Mystery Novels, Legal Topics, Love, Women, Classics, Murders, Death, 19th century, England, Secrets, Great Britain, English Literature, Coming Of Age, Adapted for Film, Marriage, London, Victorian Era, Poverty, Classicism, Industrialization
- First published
- 1861
- Original title
- Great Expectations
- Rating
- 4.2 out of 5
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of the Victorian era, this novel critiques the judicial system and the aristocracy through the protracted Jarndyce estate case. Central to the story are Esther Summerson and her mother, Lady Dedlock, whose complex relationship unfolds amid the legal turmoil. Dickens delves into Lady Dedlock's haughty demeanor and enigmatic history, revealing her romantic nature. The narrative intertwines social commentary with rich character exploration, showcasing Dickens' prowess as both a storyteller and social activist.