Martin Chuzzlewit: Book Guide, Author and Facts
Martin Chuzzlewit by Charles Dickens — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
The greed of his family has led wealthy old Martin Chuzzlewit to become suspicious and misanthropic, leaving his grandson and namesake to make his own way in the world. And so young Martin sets out from the Wiltshire home of his supposed champion, the scheming architect Pecksniff, to seek his fortune in America. In depicting Martin's journey – an experience that teaches him to question his inherited self-interest and egotism – Dickens created many vividly realized figures: the brutish lout Jonas Chuzzlewit, plotting to gain the family fortune; Martin's optimistic manservant, Mark Tapley; gentle Tom Pinch; and the drunken and corrupt private nurse, Mrs Gamp. With its portrayal of greed, blackmail and murder, and its searing satire on America Dickens's novel is a powerful and blackly comic story of hypocrisy and redemption.
Quick facts about Martin Chuzzlewit
- Title: Martin Chuzzlewit
- Author: Charles Dickens
- First published: 1800
- Genre: social life and customs, literature, description and travel
- OpenLibrary ID: OL14869242W
Where to read Martin Chuzzlewit
Martin Chuzzlewit by Charles Dickens is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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What is Martin Chuzzlewit about?
The greed of his family has led wealthy old Martin Chuzzlewit to become suspicious and misanthropic, leaving his grandson and namesake to make his own way in the world.
Who wrote Martin Chuzzlewit?
Martin Chuzzlewit was written by Charles Dickens.
When was Martin Chuzzlewit published?
Martin Chuzzlewit was first published in 1800.
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