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Dombey and Son (version 3)

Dombey and Son (version 3)

By: Charles Dickens
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 In the world of Paul Dombey, business reigns supreme, and he yearns for a son who will carry on his legacy. Will his frail newborn son fulfill his ambitious dreams, or will the overshadowed daughter, Florence, who struggles with the limitations of her gender, find her own path? Join us as we explore the complexities of family, ambition, and societal expectations in this compelling tale. - Summary by Brad FilipponeCopyright Fiction Classics Art Literary History & Criticism Social Sciences
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  • 038 - Miss Tox improves an Old Acquaintance

    038 - Miss Tox improves an Old Acquaintance
    Feb 25 2026
    In the world of Paul Dombey, business reigns supreme, and he yearns for a son who will carry on his legacy. Will his frail newborn son fulfill his ambitious dreams, or will the overshadowed daughter, Florence, who struggles with the limitations of her gender, find her own path? Join us as we explore the complexities of family, ambition, and societal expectations in this compelling tale. - Summary by Brad Filippone
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    22 mins
  • 037 - More Warnings than One

    037 - More Warnings than One
    Feb 24 2026
    In the world of Paul Dombey, business reigns supreme, and he yearns for a son who will carry on his legacy. Will his frail newborn son fulfill his ambitious dreams, or will the overshadowed daughter, Florence, who struggles with the limitations of her gender, find her own path? Join us as we explore the complexities of family, ambition, and societal expectations in this compelling tale. - Summary by Brad Filippone
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    29 mins
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