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Nell and Her Grandfather

Nell and Her Grandfather

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 If youre familiar with Dickens classic novel, The Old Curiosity Shop, youll remember the enchanting tale of Nell Trent—a beautiful and virtuous orphan, barely fourteen, living with her beloved grandfather in a whimsical shop filled with curiosities. In this delightful series of stories set in the same period as the novel, we revisit the lovable and eccentric characters that Dickens introduced us to. Although these tales are not penned by Dickens himself, they wonderfully capture the spirit and charm of the original, allowing us to revel in the adventures of the people and England we hold dear. - Summary by Phil ChenevertCopyright 19th and 20th Century Fiction Art Literary History & Criticism
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  • 012 - Peace after Storm

    012 - Peace after Storm
    Feb 21 2026
    If youre familiar with Dickens classic novel, The Old Curiosity Shop, youll remember the enchanting tale of Nell Trent—a beautiful and virtuous orphan, barely fourteen, living with her beloved grandfather in a whimsical shop filled with curiosities. In this delightful series of stories set in the same period as the novel, we revisit the lovable and eccentric characters that Dickens introduced us to. Although these tales are not penned by Dickens himself, they wonderfully capture the spirit and charm of the original, allowing us to revel in the adventures of the people and England we hold dear. - Summary by Phil Chenevert
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    10 mins
  • 011 - A Friend in Need

    011 - A Friend in Need
    Feb 21 2026
    If youre familiar with Dickens classic novel, The Old Curiosity Shop, youll remember the enchanting tale of Nell Trent—a beautiful and virtuous orphan, barely fourteen, living with her beloved grandfather in a whimsical shop filled with curiosities. In this delightful series of stories set in the same period as the novel, we revisit the lovable and eccentric characters that Dickens introduced us to. Although these tales are not penned by Dickens himself, they wonderfully capture the spirit and charm of the original, allowing us to revel in the adventures of the people and England we hold dear. - Summary by Phil Chenevert
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    9 mins
  • 010 - A Bed of Ashes

    010 - A Bed of Ashes
    Feb 21 2026
    If youre familiar with Dickens classic novel, The Old Curiosity Shop, youll remember the enchanting tale of Nell Trent—a beautiful and virtuous orphan, barely fourteen, living with her beloved grandfather in a whimsical shop filled with curiosities. In this delightful series of stories set in the same period as the novel, we revisit the lovable and eccentric characters that Dickens introduced us to. Although these tales are not penned by Dickens himself, they wonderfully capture the spirit and charm of the original, allowing us to revel in the adventures of the people and England we hold dear. - Summary by Phil Chenevert
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    12 mins
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