Pearl-Fishing; Choice Stories from Dickens' Household Words; Second Series
1854
Pearl-Fishing; Choice Stories from Dickens' Household Words; Second Series
1854
British Literature, Classics of Literature, Short Stories
'Pearl-Fishing; Choice Stories from Dickens' Household Words; Second Series' is a collection of short stories published in 1854 by Charles Dickens. This anthology features narratives originally from Dickens' literary magazine, 'Household Words', and addresses themes of morality, class, and personal ambition. The opening story, 'The Young Advocate', follows Antoine de Chaulieu, a law student of noble descent, as he navigates class rivalry and moral dilemmas in a high-profile murder trial. The collection reflects Dickens' keen social commentary and storytelling prowess.
