David Copperfield

Complete and unabridged. In one of his most energetic and enjoyable novels; Charles Dickens tells the life story of David Copperfield; from his birth in Suffolk; through the various struggles of his childhood; to his successful career as a novelist. Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library; a series of stunning; clothbound; pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful hardbacks make perfect gifts for book lovers; or wonderful additions to your own collection. This edition features the original illustrations by H. K. 'Phiz' Browne; with an afterword by Sam Gilpin. Dickens' early scenes are particularly masterful; depicting the world as seen from the perspective of a fatherless small boy. David's idyllic life with his mother is ruined when she marries again; this time to a domineering and cruel man. David Copperfield is partly modelled on Dickens' own experiences; and one of the great joys of the book lies in its outlandish cast of characters; including the glamorous Steerforth; the cheerful; verbose Mr Micawber; the villainous Uriah Heep; and David's eccentric aunt; Betsey Trotwood. Dickens described it as his 'favourite child' among his novels - and it is easy to see why.