ISBN: 9781330371695 - nicholas nickleby (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. Delving into the harsh realities of a Yorkshire boarding school in the 19th century, this book exposes the cruelties inflicted upon young boys by the tyrannical headmaster, Mr. Squeers. The author's vivid portrayal of Dotheboys Hall, with its squalid conditions and sadistic punishments, sheds light on the appalling state of education for the poor during that era. Through the experiences of Nicholas Nickleby, a kind and compassionate newcomer to the institution who befriends the abused Smike, the book explores the themes of social injustice, morality, and the importance of compassion in a society often driven by greed and indifference. The author's keen observations and sharp wit provide a powerful indictment of the educational system of the time, while also exploring the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of kindness amidst adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…