The Letters of Charles Dickens Vol. 2, 1857-1870 By: Charles Dickens (1812-1870)
The second volume of Charles Dickens' letters offers a fascinating insight into the mind of one of the greatest authors of the 19th century. The collection covers the later years of Dickens' life, from 1857 to 1870, and showcases his wit, intelligence, and boundless creativity. Through his correspondence with friends, family, and fellow writers, Dickens reveals his thoughts on everything from his work to personal relationships and social issues of the time. The letters are filled with humor, warmth, and occasional flashes of anger, giving readers a deeper understanding of the man behind the beloved novels. Despite the passage of time, Dickens' writing remains vivid and engaging, making this volume a valuable resource for scholars and fans alike. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of one of the most important figures in English literature. First Page: For the reader: Things that were handwritten are denoted in the text as HW: THE LETTERS OF [Illustration: HW: Charles Dickens] THE LETTERS OF CHARLES DICKENS. EDITED BY HIS SISTER IN LAW AND HIS ELDEST DAUGHTER. =In Two Volumes.= VOL. II. 1857 TO 1870. London: CHAPMAN AND HALL, 193, PICCADILLY. 1880. [ The Right of Translation is Reserved. ] CHARLES DICKENS AND EVANS, CRYSTAL PALACE PRESS. ERRATA. VOL. II. Page 84, line 35. For "South Kensington Museum," read "the South Kensington Museum." " 108, line 26. For "frequent contributor," read "a frequent contributor." " 113, lines 6, 7. For "great remonstrance," read "Great Remonstrance." " 130, line 10. For "after," read "afore." " 160, " 32. For "a head," read "ahead." " 247, " 12. For "Shea," read "Shoe." " 292, " 12. For "Mabel's progress," read "Mabel's Progress." =Book II.= Continued. THE LETTERS OF CHARLES DICKENS. 1857. NARRATIVE. This was a very full year in many ways. In February, Charles Dickens obtained possession of Gad's Hill, and was able to turn workmen into it... Continue reading book >>

The Letters of Charles Dickens Vol. 2, 1857-1870 By: Charles Dickens (1812-1870)

The second volume of Charles Dickens' letters offers a fascinating insight into the mind of one of the greatest authors of the 19th century. The collection covers the later years of Dickens' life, from 1857 to 1870, and showcases his wit, intelligence, and boundless creativity.

Through his correspondence with friends, family, and fellow writers, Dickens reveals his thoughts on everything from his work to personal relationships and social issues of the time. The letters are filled with humor, warmth, and occasional flashes of anger, giving readers a deeper understanding of the man behind the beloved novels.

Despite the passage of time, Dickens' writing remains vivid and engaging, making this volume a valuable resource for scholars and fans alike. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of one of the most important figures in English literature.

First Page:

For the reader: Things that were handwritten are denoted in the text as HW:

THE LETTERS

[Illustration: HW: Charles Dickens]

THE LETTERS

CHARLES DICKENS.

EDITED BY

HIS SISTER IN LAW AND HIS ELDEST DAUGHTER.

=In Two Volumes.=

VOL. II.

1857 TO 1870.

London: CHAPMAN AND HALL, 193, PICCADILLY. 1880.

[ The Right of Translation is Reserved. ]

CHARLES DICKENS AND EVANS, CRYSTAL PALACE PRESS.

ERRATA.

VOL. II.

Page 84, line 35. For "South Kensington Museum," read "the South Kensington Museum."

" 108, line 26. For "frequent contributor," read "a frequent contributor."

" 113, lines 6, 7. For "great remonstrance," read "Great Remonstrance."

" 130, line 10. For "after," read "afore."

" 160, " 32. For "a head," read "ahead."

" 247, " 12. For "Shea," read "Shoe."

" 292, " 12. For "Mabel's progress," read "Mabel's Progress."

=Book II.= Continued.

THE

LETTERS OF CHARLES DICKENS.

1857.

NARRATIVE.

This was a very full year in many ways. In February, Charles Dickens obtained possession of Gad's Hill, and was able to turn workmen into it... Continue reading book >>

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The Letters of Charles Dickens Vol. 1, 1833-1856	The Letters of Charles Dickens Vol. 2, 1857-1870	The Letters of Charles Dickens Vol. 3, 1836-1870

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