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Dombey and Son. In 2 volumes – Dickens Charles – ABC – 2026 – ISBN 978-5-389-34264-4

Dombey and Son. In 2 volumes
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"Dombey and Son" is a novel by Charles Dickens, in which the writer, with his characteristic depth, reveals the drama of bourgeois life in Victorian England. The story centers on Mr. Dombey, the owner of a trading firm, and his family. A diverse cast of vibrant characters emerges from this backdrop, ranging from unscrupulous businessmen and devious schemers to honest, kindhearted individuals. For Mr. Dombey himself, the only things of value are his firm and his heir—a son whose birth cost his mother her life. Dombey is completely indifferent to his eldest child, Florence, considering her a "counterfeit," and pins all his hopes on little Paul. However, Dombey's cold calculation, arrogance, and vanity gradually destroy his family and, eventually, his business. The complete collapse of all his ambitions and the losses he suffered force him to look back and reassess his life, realizing the true value of love and genuine human feelings.

Dombey and Son is one of Dickens's most poignant works. Its combination of sharp social satire and psychological drama, intricate plot and touching sentimental themes, profound reflections on the price of success, and faith in the power of love allow the novel to win the hearts of new generations, remaining a timeless classic.

The book includes illustrations by British artists Hablot Brown, Fred Barnard, Harry Furniss, Solomon Eyting, and others.
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