Dombey and Son

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Oxford University Press, 1987 - Mystery - 900 pages
Mr. Dombey's idealistic vision of his "Dombey and Son" shipping firm rests on the shoulders of his delicate son Paul. However, when the firm faces ruin, and Dombey's second marriage ends in disaster, it is his devoted daughter Florence, unloved and neglected, who comes to his aid.

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In which Timely Provision is made for an Emergency
11
ш In which Mr Dombey as a Man and a Father is seen
21
In which some more First Appearances are made on
32
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Charles Dickens (1812-70) is one of England's greatest novelists. Born into a poor family (his father was once imprisoned for debt), Dickens became both rich and famous in his lifetime.

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