The Novels of Charles Dickens: An Introduction by David Timson to Little Dorrit

De: David Timson

David Timson talks about Charles Dickens, much loved for his great contribution to classic English Literature. Listen to Little Dorrit narrated by Anton Lesser.

William Dorrit has been a resident of the Marshalsea debtors prison for so many years that he has gained the nickname "The Father of the Marshalsea". However, his suffering is eased by his close bond with youngest daughter Amy, or "Little Dorrit".

The dashing Arthur Clennam, returning to London after many years in China, enters their lives, and the Dorrits' fortunes begin to rise and fall.

A biting satirical work on the shortcomings of 19th century government and society.

Listen to Little Dorrit by Charles Dickens.

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Interesting Back Story

Would you try another book from David Timson and/or the narrator?

Just an interview about Dickens, not an author per se.

If you’ve listened to books by David Timson before, how does this one compare?

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Did the narration match the pace of the story?

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Did The Novels of Charles Dickens: An Introduction by David Timson to Little Dorrit inspire you to do anything?

No.

Any additional comments?

This is just the back story about the book from Charles Dickens, not a novel in its own right.

The introduction is interesting, useful,

The introduction is curious enough to hold attention through a hot afternoon. The book is worth listening to itself, rather than these few select highlights.