Kent, Inglaterra, finales del siglo XIX. El huérfano Pip vive una existencia humilde con su hermana y su cunado, a quien ayuda en su taller de herrería. Cuando la rica senorita Havisham requiere a Pip como acompanante de ella y de su bella hija, el... Zobraziť viac
When young Pip accidentally meets a convict out in the marsh one Christmas Eve, he has no idea that his life is about to change - forever. The amazing events following that encounter, and the strange tale of Miss Havisham and her adopted daughter... Zobraziť viac
‘Please, sir, can I have some more?’ asks Oliver. Tags Friendship and hate Social Issues In this Reader you will find: - Focus on… - Comprehension activities - Glossary of difficult words - Test yourself Oliver Twist is a poor orphan boy. He hasn’t got... Zobraziť viac
Most famous in the realm of holiday literature for his 1843 publication, `A Christmas Carol,` Charles Dickens was in fact a prolific writer in the yuletide genre and a great contributor to many now-prevalent traditions of the holiday itself. In 1944, `... Zobraziť viac
Set during the French Revolution, the two cities in question are Paris and London and the tale is one of the tragedies that take place therein. "Penguin Readers" is a series of simplified novels, film novelizations and original titles that introduce... Zobraziť viac
In David Copperfield, Dickens describes one boy growing up in a world which is by turns magical, fearful and grimly realistic. Zobraziť viac
When David Copperfield escapes from the cruelty of his childhood home, he embarks on a journey to adulthood which will lead him through comedy and tragedy, love and heartbreak and friendship and betrayal. Over the course of his adventures, David... Zobraziť viac
Popis edice: 'The Marquis lay there, like stone, with a knife pushed into his heart. On his chest lay a piece of paper, with the words: Drive him fast to the grave. This is from JACQUES.' The French Revolution brings terror and death to many people... Zobraziť viac
Coketown is dominated by the figure of Mr Thomas Gradgrind, school headmaster and model of Utilitarian success. Feeding both his pupils and family with facts, he bans fancy and wonder from any young minds. As a consequence, his obedient daughter Louisa... Zobraziť viac
"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times." Set in London and Paris, 'A Tale of Two Cities' paints a story of economic and political unrest at the time of the French Revolution. It remains one of Dicken's most popular books... Zobraziť viac
A carefully graded series of retold versions of popular classic and contemporary titles and specially written stories continue to grow and there are now over 170 titles in the series. Most titles are available with Audio CDs and most include... Zobraziť viac
Published 2017. Oxford Bookworms enjoy a world-wide reputation for high-quality storytelling... Zobraziť viac
For anyone interested in a fine edition of a favourite work, an attractive volume for the bookshelf or an authentic and distinctive present... Zobraziť viac
With an essay by F. R. Leavis.'Now, what I want is, Facts. Teach these boys and girls nothing but Facts. Facts alone are wanted in life. Plant nothing else, and root out everything else'Coketown is dominated by the figure ... Zobraziť viac
David Copperfield is the novel Dickens regarded as his 'favourite child' and is considered his most autobiographical. As David recounts his experience from childhood to the discovery of his vocation as a successful novelist, Dickens draws openly an... Zobraziť viac
Charles Dickens' ability to observe and record human character and environment have placed him at the top table of English fiction writers alongside Shakespeare and Austen, and his titles are still as popular today as they were upon first publication... Zobraziť viac
From the classic novel by Charles Dickens. Oliver Twist barely survives childhood in the workhouse. When he runs away to London, he is taken in by a gang of thieves. Wealthy Mr. Brownlow rescues him, but the thieves snatch Oliver back, and it seems... Zobraziť viac
This is a retelling of the classic Charles Dickens' story for children growing in their reading confidence and ability. It is part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts from Roehampton University... Zobraziť viac
Oliver Twist's simple request has stirred pity ever since its first publication. An orphan sent to the workhouse, and then lent out to an undertaker whose wife treats him badly, Oliver runs away to London where he meets ... Zobraziť viac
