Dombey and Son

Interesting Facts

• The book was originally published in monthly installments from October 1846 to April 1848.
• The main character, Paul Dombey, embodies the cold and calculating capitalist, which was Dickens's critique of contemporary society.
• The character Florence Dombey, Paul Dombey's daughter, symbolizes kindness and compassion, contrasting with her father's cruelty.
• The book addresses themes of social injustice, family relationships, and human nature.
• The novel contains numerous secondary characters, each with their own unique story and personality, making the narrative multilayered and rich.