Barnaby Rudge

Discover the gripping tale of *Barnaby Rudge*, a historical novel by Charles Dickens that delves into the chaos of the Gordon Riots in 1780 London. This edition is presented in a premium trade paperback format, carefully edited with insightful notes by John Bowen, making it a perfect addition to any literary collection. Immerse yourself in a narrative filled with mystery, suspense, and the upheaval of society as 'King Mob' spreads anarchy across the streets. Dickens masterfully portrays the struggles of fathers and sons, the conflict between apprentices and masters, and the volatile clashes between Protestants and Catholics.

Readers will encounter a vivid blend of historical realism and Gothic elements; Barnaby Rudge himself confronts the haunting shadows of his past amidst a backdrop of unsolved murders, conspiracy, and retribution. This 800-page Penguin Classics edition also includes all original illustrations, giving life to the story that continues to resonate today. Enhance your reading experience with the included appendices, featuring a detailed map of 18th-century London and a preface from the 1868 edition.

Ideal for fans of classic literature and those who appreciate the intricate storytelling of Dickens, *Barnaby Rudge* is often considered one of his most overlooked yet rewarding novels. If you loved this intoxicating tale, consider exploring other Dickens classics like *A Tale of Two Cities*, also available here. Enjoy free shipping on this must-have addition to your bookshelf, but please note combined shipping options are not available with other products. Allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140437287
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2003
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 800


Description:
Charles Dickens's Barnaby Rudge is a vivid portrait of London's descent into anarchy, where 'King Mob' rules the streets, and innocent lives are swept up in the chaos. This Penguin Classics edition is edited with an introduction and notes by John Bowen.

Set against the backdrop of the Gordon Riots of 1780, Barnaby Rudge is a story of mystery and suspense which begins with an unsolved double murder and goes on to involve conspiracy, blackmail, abduction and retribution. Through the course of the novel fathers and sons become opposed, apprentices plot against their masters and Protestants clash with Catholics on the streets. And, as London erupts into riot, Barnaby Rudge himself struggles to escape the curse of his own past. With its dramatic descriptions of public violence and private horror, its strange secrets and ghostly doublings, Barnaby Rudge is a powerful, disturbing blend of historical realism and Gothic melodrama.

This edition is based on the one-volume publication of Barnaby Rudge, reproducing all the original illustrations by 'Phiz' and George Cattermole. Appendices include a map of London at the time of the Gordon Riots and the preface to the 1868 edition.

Charles Dickens is one of the best-loved novelists in the English language, whose 200th anniversary was celebrated in 2012. His most famous books, including Oliver Twist, Great Expectations, A Tale of Two Cities, David Copperfield and The Pickwick Papers, have been adapted for stage and screen and read by millions.
If you enjoyed Barnaby Rudge, you might like Dickens's A Tale of Two Cities, also available in Penguin Classics.

'One of Dickens' most neglected, but most rewarding, novels' Peter Ackroyd

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