Tales From Dickens: The Cricket On The Hearth & Fairy Tale Of Home
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Poor
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Few writers have captured the warmth, pathos, and moral complexity of domestic life quite like Charles Dickens, and Tales from Dickens brings one of his most beloved short works to vivid life. The Cricket on the Hearth: A Fairy Tale of Home chronicles the tender story of John and Dot Peerybingle, a humble carrier and his young wife, whose cosy fireside world is suddenly threatened by jealousy, deception, and doubt — with the cheerful chirping of a hearth cricket serving as a mysterious, almost supernatural guardian of their happiness. Set against the backdrop of a warm Victorian household populated with eccentric and endearing characters, the tale weaves together themes of trust, fidelity, and the quiet heroism of ordinary people. Originally published in 1845 as the third of Dickens's celebrated Christmas Books, this story stands as a testament to his unparalleled ability to imbue the everyday with profound emotional resonance. Dickens masterfully balances sentiment with social commentary, illustrating how love and goodwill can triumph over suspicion and misfortune. Accompanied by the original illustrations of John Leech — whose fine draughtsmanship brought Dickens's characters to life for Victorian readers — this edition is a charming artefact of literary history. Whether you are a lifelong devotee of Dickens or a first-time reader, the story's gentle magic and its unforgettable cast will leave you wondering: can a humble cricket truly safeguard the human heart?
Author: Charles Dickens; Illustrated By John Leech
Format: Paperback
Genre: Classic fiction
Condition remarks:
Book: Poor
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Few writers have captured the warmth, pathos, and moral complexity of domestic life quite like Charles Dickens, and Tales from Dickens brings one of his most beloved short works to vivid life. The Cricket on the Hearth: A Fairy Tale of Home chronicles the tender story of John and Dot Peerybingle, a humble carrier and his young wife, whose cosy fireside world is suddenly threatened by jealousy, deception, and doubt — with the cheerful chirping of a hearth cricket serving as a mysterious, almost supernatural guardian of their happiness. Set against the backdrop of a warm Victorian household populated with eccentric and endearing characters, the tale weaves together themes of trust, fidelity, and the quiet heroism of ordinary people. Originally published in 1845 as the third of Dickens's celebrated Christmas Books, this story stands as a testament to his unparalleled ability to imbue the everyday with profound emotional resonance. Dickens masterfully balances sentiment with social commentary, illustrating how love and goodwill can triumph over suspicion and misfortune. Accompanied by the original illustrations of John Leech — whose fine draughtsmanship brought Dickens's characters to life for Victorian readers — this edition is a charming artefact of literary history. Whether you are a lifelong devotee of Dickens or a first-time reader, the story's gentle magic and its unforgettable cast will leave you wondering: can a humble cricket truly safeguard the human heart?