The Cricket On The Hearth: A Fairy Tale of Home

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Charles Dickens

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PRINTS PUBLICATIONS PVT LTD

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Publisher	PRINTS PUBLICATIONS PVT LTD
Publication Year	2025
ISBN-13	9789366977423
ISBN-10	9366977421
Binding	Paperback
Number of Pages	104 Pages
Language	(English)
Dimensions (Cms)	21.5 X 14 X 0.5
Weight (grms)	126

"The Cricket on the Hearth: A Fairy Tale of Home" is a charming novella that reflects Dickens's deep belief in the value of home, family, and love, with an emphasis on the redemptive qualities of reconciliation and understanding. Through its symbolic use of the cricket, Dickens presents a moral tale wrapped in a fairy-tale structure that reminds readers of the power of warmth, kindness, and the joy of a united family. While not as widely known as A Christmas Carol, it remains an important part of Dickens's holiday canon and a delightful read for those who enjoy Victorian holiday literature.

Charles Dickens

Charles Dickens (1812–1870) was one of the greatest English novelists, known for his vivid characters and social critique. ‘Bleak House’ (1853) is a masterful blend of drama, mystery, and satire, addressing the inefficiencies of the British legal system through the lengthy case of Jarndyce and Jarndyce. Featuring a dual narrative, the novel interweaves complex plots and memorable characters, such as Esther Summerson and Lady Dedlock. Dickens's critique of societal inequality and his storytelling brilliance make *Bleak House* a timeless classic.