The Old Curiosity Shop, Nell in the churchyard
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The Old Curiosity Shop, Nell in the churchyard
The Old Curiosity Shop by Charles Dickens, first published in the weekly serial Master Humphreys Clock from 1840 to 1841 and then as its own book in 1841. Upon these tenements, the attention of the child became exclusively riveted. Nell sits and waits in the churchyard. Date: C.1850
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1830s 1840s 1850s Attention Church Yard Curiosity Dickens Exclusively Nell Tenements Riveted
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This evocative image captures the poignant moment from Charles Dickens' classic novel, The Old Curiosity Shop, where the young and innocent Nell Trent sits in quiet contemplation amidst the gothic surroundings of a churchyard. Published in installments from 1840 to 1841, The Old Curiosity Shop is a haunting tale of love, loss, and the passage of time. In this scene, Nell's attention is exclusively riveted on the old tenements that loom in the background, their dark and mysterious facades a stark contrast to the innocence and vulnerability of the young girl. Dressed in tattered clothes and clutching a small bundle, Nell appears lost in thought, her expression a mixture of sadness and determination. The date of this print is estimated to be around 1850, making it an intriguing glimpse into the Victorian era and the enduring appeal of Dickens' timeless story. The Old Curiosity Shop remains a beloved classic, and this haunting image of Nell in the churchyard serves as a poignant reminder of the novel's themes of loss, love, and the passage of time.
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