Pictures from Italy by Charles Dickens Paperback Book

Description: Pictures from Italy by Charles Dickens Abounding in colour and humour, and interspersed with unforgettable set pieces, Pictures from Italy is yet another proof of Charles Dickenss genius and versatility. A great addition to Alma Charles Dickens collection of popular novels. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In the summer of 1844, taking a break from novel-writing, the thirty-two-year-old Charles Dickens embarked on a long tour of Italy with his wife, his five children and his young sister-in-law. Struck by the scenery and the rapid diorama of monuments and novelties around him, the celebrated author of Oliver Twist and A Christmas Carol captured his experiences and impressions in vivid detail. The result is a travelogue like no other, written by one of the finest writers of all time.Abounding in colour and humour, and interspersed with unforgettable set pieces, such as an eyewitness account of the beheading of a robber in Rome and a hilarious description of a tour guides ruinous tumble down the slope of Mount Vesuvius, Pictures from Italy is further proof of Charles Dickenss genius and versatility. Author Biography A literary phenomenon in his lifetime and renowned as much for his journalism and public speaking as for his novels, Charles Dickens (1812–70) now ranks as the most important Victorian writer and one of the most influential and popular authors in the English language. His memorable and vividly rendered characters and his combination of humour, trenchant satire and compassion have left an indelible mark on our collective imagination. Promotional Abounding in colour and humour, and interspersed with unforgettable set pieces, Pictures from Italy is yet another proof of Charles Dickenss genius and versatility. A great addition to Alma Charles Dickens collection of popular novels. Promotional "Headline" Abounding in colour and humour, and interspersed with unforgettable set pieces, Pictures from Italy is yet another proof of Charles Dickenss genius and versatility. A great addition to Alma Charles Dickens collection of popular novels. Feature A gripping account full of colour and humour of Dickens experiences in Italy Details ISBN184749885X Author Charles Dickens Pages 240 Publisher Alma Books Ltd Year 2022 ISBN-10 184749885X ISBN-13 9781847498854 Format Paperback Imprint Alma Classics Place of Publication Richmond Country of Publication United Kingdom NZ Release Date 2022-06-24 Publication Date 2022-06-24 UK Release Date 2022-06-24 Audience Age 11 DEWEY 914.50483 Audience General AU Release Date 2022-08-29 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137201397;

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