The Pickwick Papers

Interesting Facts

• The book was Charles Dickens's first published work and brought him widespread fame.
• The main character, Mr. Pickwick, and his club explore various aspects of English life and society, making the book a satire on the society contemporary to Dickens.
• The character Sam Weller, Mr. Pickwick's servant, became so popular that his name entered the English language as a synonym for a witty and resourceful servant.
• The book was originally published as a series of monthly installments, which was an innovative approach at the time.
• The work contains many comical situations and characters, making it one of the funniest books in English literature.
• The book includes numerous illustrations by artist Robert Seymour, who unfortunately took his own life after the release of the first installments.