Martin Chuzzlewit

Interesting Facts

• The novel was written between 1843 and 1844 and was published in installments.
• One of the main themes of the book is hypocrisy and greed, reflected in the characters and their actions.
• The book features a satirical depiction of American society, which elicited mixed reactions from readers in the United States.
• The character Seth Pecksniff became a symbol of hypocrisy and duplicity, with his name becoming proverbial.
• The novel includes numerous subplots and characters, making it one of Dickens's most complex works.
• The book was written during a period when Dickens himself was experiencing financial difficulties, which is reflected in its somber tone.