Charles John Huffam Dickens Collection (#8)

Dickens House, Broadstairs, Kent

The Old Curiosity Shop, Portsmouth Street, Westminster, London. Artist: Joseph Pike
The Old Curiosity Shop, Portsmouth Street, Westminster, London

Charles Dickens, English novelist, 19th century. Artist: DJ Pound
Charles Dickens, English novelist, 19th century. Considered one of the English languages greatest writers, Dickens (1812-1870) was the foremost novelist of the Victorian era

Charles Dickens, English author, c1850-1870. Dickens (1812-1870) began his career as a journalist before becoming one of the greatest English novelists

Scene from Bleak House by Charles Dickens, 1852-1853. Artist: Hablot Knight Browne
Scene from Bleak House by Charles Dickens, 1852-1853. This novel contains a satire on the iniquities of the Court of Chancery, and the misery and ruin it brought to those it was supposed to protect

Scene from The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, 1841. Artist: Hablot Knight Browne
Scene from The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, 1841. In their wanderings, Little Nell and her grandfather encounter and are befriended by Codlin and Short, the Punch and Judy

Scene from Great Expectations by Charles Dickens, (London c1870). Artist: Charles Green
Scene from Great Expectations by Charles Dickens, (London c1870). Joe Gargery, the gentle giant, is provoked into violence in his smithy

Scene from Nicholas Nickelby by Charles Dickens, 1838-1839. Artist: Hablot Knight Browne
Scene from Nicholas Nickelby by Charles Dickens, 1838-1839. The theatrical emotion of Mr Vincent Crummles, the provincial actor manager who employed Nicholas for a while after his flight

Charles Dickens, English novelist and journalist, 1849-1850. Dickens (1812-1870) at the time when his David Coppefield was published

Scene from Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens, 1871. Artist: George Cruikshank
Scene from Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens, 1871. Oliver Twist causes a sensation in the childrens ward of the workhouse by asking for a second helping of porridge

Charles Dickens (1812-70) giving his last public reading at St Jamess Hall, London, 5 March 1870. He read extracts from A Christmas Carol and the trial scene from Pickwick Papers

Charles Dickens (1812-70), English novelist and journalist, July 1858
Charles Dickens (1812-70), English novelist and journalist. Dickens giving a public reading from his Dombey and Son, July 1858

Charles Dickens addressing a meeting, London, 1856. British author Charles Dickens speaking at The Dulwich College Charity Meeting at the Adelphi Theatre

Charles Dickens giving an after-dinner speech, c1860s. Dickens (1812-1870) began his career as a journalist before becoming one of the greatest English novelists

Charles Dickens (1812-70) English author, (c1860s?). Photograph of Dickens seated with dog at his side, taken towards end of his life

Cunard Lines first transatlantic liner Britannia leaving Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 1847. Artist: Smyth
Cunard Lines first transatlantic liner Britannia leaving Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 1847. The Britannia made her first transatlantic voyage in 1840, travelling from Halifax, Nova Scotia

Scene from David Copperfield by Charles Dickens, 1849-1850. Artist: Hablot Knight Browne
Scene from David Copperfield by Charles Dickens, 1849-1850. The orphaned David Copperfield, having run away from his poverty-ridden London existence

Scene from Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens, 1837-1839. Artist: George Cruikshank
Scene from Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens, 1837-1839. The Artful Dodger picking a pocket to the amazement of Oliver Twist. Illustration from Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens. (London 1837-1839)

Approaching Dissolution, 1875. Artist: Joseph Swain
Approaching Dissolution, 1875. Mrs Disraeli on the right runs a Baby Farm. Huddled in the corner behind her are all the Baby Bills

Cremation, 1875. Artist: Joseph Swain
Cremation, 1875. A young man is dismayed to find his uncle helping himself to some snuff that he found in an urn on the mantelpiece of his nephews lodgings

Looking into the Accounts, 1861. Mr Bull, the representative of the British people, hangs up his coat and hat, ready for a long stint of checking the nations finances

Little Dorrit, The Night

Little Dorrit, Flors tour of inspection

Little Dorrit, An unexpected after dinner speech

Little Dorrit, Reception of an old friend

Little Dorrit, Missing and Dreaming

Little Dorrit, Mr. Baptist is supposed to have seen something

Little Dorrit, The Patriotic Conference

Little Dorrit, Rigour of Mr. Fs Aunt

Little Dorrit, Mr. Flintwinch receives the embrace of friendship

Little Dorrit, Instinct stronger than training

Little Dorrit, The family dignity is affronted

The Chimes, A Goblin Story

Little Dorrit, The Third Volume of the Registers

Little Dorrit, In the old room

Little Dorrit, At Mr. John Chiverys tea-table

Little Dorrit, Mr. Merdle a borrower

Little Dorrit, Mr. And Mrs. Flintwinch

Little Dorrit, Little Dorrits Party

Little Dorrit, Mr. Fs Aunt is conducted into retirement

Little Dorrit, Making Off

Little Dorrit, Little Mother

Little Dorrit, The Room with the Portrait

David Copperfield, I am shown two interesting penitents

Little Dorrit, Mr. Flintwinch mediates as a friend of the Family

David Copperfield, The Emigrants

David Copperfield, I am the bearer of evil tidings

David Copperfield, My child wifes old companion

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Charles John Huffam Dickens, a renowned English writer and social critic, left an indelible mark on literature with his captivating stories. His works shed light on the harsh realities of Victorian society while also providing moments of hope and redemption. In Folly Ditch and Jacobs Island, Dickens exposed the underbelly of London's slums, revealing the squalor and despair that plagued its inhabitants. Through vivid descriptions, he transported readers to these bleak landscapes where poverty reigned supreme. A Christmas Carol, illustrated by John Leech in 1843, remains one of Dickens' most beloved tales. This heartwarming story follows Ebenezer Scrooge as he undergoes a transformative journey from miserliness to generosity during the festive season. Leech's illustrations beautifully capture the spirit of this timeless classic. David Copperfield holds another special place in Dickens' repertoire. The etching by Hablot Knight Browne depicts a pivotal moment when David makes himself known to his aunt after enduring various trials and tribulations throughout his life, and is a testament to resilience and finding one's voice amidst adversity. The Pickwick Papers introduces us to memorable characters like Captain Cuttle who famously asks "Who are you, you rascal?" Browne's artwork brings these colorful personalities to life as they embark on humorous misadventures across England. Cricket at Gads Hill Place showcases Dickens' love for sports and leisure activities enjoyed at his home in Rochester. This scene captures joyous camaraderie among friends against the backdrop of lush green fields—a respite from the hardships depicted in many of his novels. Bill Sykes represents one of Dickens' darker characters—an embodiment of cruelty and violence—in Oliver Twist (1939). This haunting portrayal serves as a reminder that evil can lurk even within seemingly ordinary individuals. The Parish Engine by George Cruikshank illustrates how institutions like workhouses were used to control society's destitute.