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Captivating radio dramatisations of seven of Charles Dickens' most famous novels. Charles Dickens is one of the most renowned authors of all time, and this first digital volume of the dramatised canon of his work includes seven of his most popular novels.

A sinister masterpiece, Our Mutual Friend was Dickens' last completed novel. It is perhaps his ultimate vision of a dark, macabre London and the corrupting power of money.

The Charles Dickens Works Collection compiles his complete literary masterpieces, providing a deep dive into the world of Victorian England and the struggles of its people.

The Charles Dickens Classics Podcast presents a beautifully narrated selection of his most iconic works, bringing to life his masterful storytelling and deep exploration of human nature.

Experience the rich storytelling of Charles Dickens Audiobooks, a collection of unforgettable tales filled with vivid characters, social commentary, and timeless themes of justice, redemption, and resilience. These classic works continue to inspire and captivate audiences.

Timeless Charles Dickens Stories features a collection of his greatest works, offering compelling narratives of hardship, perseverance, and social change that remain relevant today.

A good story has the power to invoke the better parts of our common humanity. This is an ordinary reading of an extraordinary story, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. A story of Christmas, "...the only time I know of, in the long calendar of the year, when men and women seem by one consent to open their shut-up hearts freely, and to think of people below them as if they really were fellow-passengers to the grave, and not another race of creatures bound on other journeys."

Charles Dickens - Audio Biography: The Life and Works of a Literary LegendStep into the vivid world of Charles Dickens, one of the most influential writers in English literature, with "Charles Dickens - Audio Biography."This podcast explores the fascinating life and prolific career of the man who brought us timeless classics such as "A Christmas Carol," "Oliver Twist," and "Great Expectations."Each episode provides an in-depth look at Dickens' journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a celebrated author whose works highlighted the social issues of his time. Discover the stories behind ...

Wreck of the Golden Mary is a poignant tale of courage and endurance at sea. When a ship bound for California is wrecked off Cape Horn, passengers and crew must struggle to survive in the unforgiving ocean. This short yet powerful story, penned by Charles Dickens, weaves themes of sacrifice, hope, and human resilience in the face of disaster. If you love classic literature and tales of survival, don’t miss this moving account.

Barnaby Rudge is a dramatic tale of romance, mystery, and political unrest set against the backdrop of the 1780 Gordon Riots in London. A ghostly presence, forbidden love, and a rebellion converge in one of Charles Dickens’ most atmospheric novels.

Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, in aid of Street Soccer Foundation, with cameos from TV and radio, and starring an award-winning line-up of voice actors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charles Dickens' classic novel of mystery, read by Alex Jennings. A body is found in the River Thames and is identified as John Harmon. He was due to inherit a great fortune on the condition that he marry a young woman called Bella Wilfer. And so the story begins and unravels and we are introduced to the mysterious John Rokesmith, Our Mutual Friend.

A holiday classic by Charles Dickens. Originally published in 1843, Dickens worried about the disparity between the wealthy and the impoverished, and it was his attempt to bring this disparity into the light of day, to appeal to the die-hard capitalists to take care of the downtrodden masses. Since this inequity continues, this story is still popular, and will probably continue to be so for the foreseeable future.

On New Year's Eve, an elderly ticket porter, Toby "Trotty" Veck, a hardworking but poor man, is disillusioned with the state of the world. He is appalled by newspaper reports of crime and immorality, and fears for the future prospects of his daughter, Meg, who is to be married on New Year's Day. Trotty has always fancied that the bell chimes of the nearby church offer him encouragement when he is most in need. On this particular night, he is drawn to the church tower, where he is greeted by the spirits of the bells and their goblin attendants who show him a vision of the future.

"The Lamplighter" is ironic and iconic Dickens. A story within a story about dreams of wealth, with Dickensian wit throughout. A treat for Dickens fans who have not heard this lovely story before. (American accent narration.)

Originally published in the 1851 Christmas edition of Dickens' journal Household Words, "What Christmas Is as We Grow Older" is an essay suggesting that Christmas should be a time of gratitude and forgiveness.

Charles Dickens' brilliant comic adventure of a lamplighter, Tom Grig, who is called into the house of an eccentric astronomer who is searching for the philosopher's stone. He declares that the stars have foretold that Tom will marry the astronomer's niece and inherit the secret of the philosopher's stone, which will make him the richest man on earth.