Dombey and Son

About this film

LibriVox recording of Dombey and Son by Charles Dickens. Read by Mil Nicholson Charles Dickens the author of Dombey and Son, originally wrote the book in installments which were published from October 1846 to April 1848 under the title Dealings with the Firm of Dombey and Son: Wholesale, Retail and for Exportation. The story centers around Paul Dombey, the stern owner of the Firm. He is totally immersed in having his newly born son continue the business, and entirely neglects his daughter Florence. Tragedy occurs, and Florence’s plight worsens. As the years go by, Mr. Dombey sees to it that the man she loves, his employee, is sent far away. Mr Dombey remarries, but his marriage is eventually destroyed, his fortune gone, he becomes destitute. Finally he accepts help from his daughter, and life changes for him. Many wonderful characters interweave the tale, as in all Dickens literary masterpieces. (Summary by Mil Nicholson) For more free audio books or to become a volunteer reader, visit LibriVox.org . Download M4B Part 1 (165MB) Download M4B Part 2 (167MB) Download M4B Part 3 (169MB) Download M4B Part 4 (170MB) Download M4B Part 5 (173MB) Download M4B Part 6 (174MB) Download M4B Par…

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Charles Dickens

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dickens;literature;books; free; public; audio; reading;

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