Dealings with the Firm of Dombey and Son: Wholesale, Retail and for Exportation by Charles Dickens (PT160)

Undated, Circa 1870: Hardcover / Very Good Condition / Illustrated throughout with 40 Illustrations

Original maroon embossed cloth with gilt titles on the spine. 704 very clean and bright slightly age-toned pages, mild speckled foxing and browning on a few pages and edges. Boards slightly rubbed and faded with time and bumped on the corners consistent with age but remain firm and intact. A scarce edition. (PT160)

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'Dealings With The Firm Of Dombey And Son: Wholesale, Retail, And For Exportation', is a novel written by the renowned English author, Charles Dickens. First published in 1847, the book tells the story of the Dombey family, who are wealthy merchants in the shipping industry. The novel explores themes of family, pride, love, and loss, as well as the struggles of the working class during the Industrial Revolution.The first volume of the novel follows the life of Paul Dombey, the son of the firm's owner, and his interactions with various characters, including his father, his sister, and his nurse. The story also delves into the lives of other characters who are connected to the Dombey family, such as Captain Cuttle, a retired sailor, and Mr. Toots, a young man who is infatuated with Paul's sister.Throughout the book, Dickens paints a vivid picture of Victorian-era London, with its bustling streets, crowded markets, and stark class divisions. He also tackles social issues of the time, such as child labor, poverty, and the mistreatment of women. Google Books.