“Mr. Godfrey Nickleby: a worthy gentleman, who, taking it into his head rather late in life that he must get married, and not being young enough or rich enough to aspire to the hand of a lady of fortune, had wedded an old flame out of mere attachment, who in her turn had taken him for the same reason. Thus two people who cannot afford to play cards for money, sometimes sit down to a quiet game for love.”
Charles Dickens' 'Nicholas Nickleby' is a classic novel that delves into the harsh realities of 19th-century English society. The story revolves around the protagonist, Nicholas Nickleby, as he navigates through various challenges, including his family's financial struggles and the corrupt world of education. The novel is renowned for its vivid portrayal of social issues and its memorable characters, offering readers a glimpse into the lives of the poor and the wealthy alike. more
Charles Dickens, a British writer born on February 7, 1812, and died on June 9, 1870, is one of the greatest novelists of the 19th century. Known for his profound social criticism and vivid narrative style, Dickens' works extensively cover social reality, revealing various issues in the British society of the time. more
“The best strategy is to avoid becoming entangled with a psychopath in the first place.”
“Wanting to die with a dead partner might not be a show of love but more of a show of dependency.”
“Collecting rings like postcard, doesn't make you the love doctor.”
“Marriage is like a school; if you don’t step into it, you wouldn’t know the lessons it teaches.”