The Old Curiosity Shop

THE OLD CURIOSITY SHOP

Charles Dickens

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THe OLD Curiosity SHOP

The Old Curiosity Shop

by Charles Dickens (1812-70)

Written in the years 1840 to 1841, when
Dickens was twenty-eight years old, this is a
‘road’ tale in the very best tradition. Little Nell
Trent and her Grandfather are the main
characters, who secretly set off from their
home under cover of night, to escape the
wicked dwarf Quilp. Pursued across England,
their adventures lead them through poverty
stricken city areas where several destitute people offer them aid on their
way, into the countryside where they meet the strange, colorful, and
sometimes menacing characters for which Dickens is so well known.
Grandfather’s mind begins to wander, and he leans even more for help on
Nell, who herself is feeling ill and weak. Eventually they reach a safe
pasture with a kind gentleman and think their troubles may be over, but
heart-breaking tragedy strikes.

Total running time: 24:09:26
Read by Mil Nicholson

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Cover design by Kathryn Delaney
Original illustration by George Cattermole

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