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Dombey and Son 《董贝父子》 Background London in 1840s the first Industrial Revolution construction of the railroad capitalist Main characters Plot The first part begins with the birth of Little Paul and ends with his tragic death. The second part describes the grief of Dombey owing to the loss of his heir and his second marriage which aims at having another heir. The third part is about his second disharmonious marriage, causing the elopement of his second Mrs Dombey. The fourth part narrates the collapse of both Dombey’s spirit and his company. With Florence’s love and comfort, he recovers his human nature. Theme arranged marriages for financial gain family relationships including child cruelty pride and arrogance Bleak House 《荒凉山庄》 Background Acton Miser. Jennens v Jennens (1798~1915) Jarndyce v Jarndyce Main characters Plot Tragedy of Lady Dedlock Life experience of Esther Summerson Development of the lawsuit Plot Development of the lawsuit As a beneficiary, Richard, having failed at several professions, tempted by Mr. Vholes, wastes resources in pushing the case to conclusion to gain that fortune. He ignores his guardians advice, even marrys Ada secretly in defiance to him. The result is that the money is used up to pay for the costs of the lawsuit and his health breaks down. At last, Richard regrets deeply and apologizes to John. He leaves Ada and their child, who then live togther with the guardian. Theme vigorous attack on the abuse of the High Court of Chancery, especially whose delays and costs * * Biography Early Life Early Writing “Dark Novel” Period Later Years Early Life ? Charles Dickens was born on February 7, 1812, in Portsmouth, England. In 1824, His father, John Dickens was sent to prison for debt, Charles was forced to leave school and work in the underground cell of a shoe blacking factory. In 1827, he began freelance reporting at the law courts of London. Early Writing ? In 1836, he publi