61 pages • 2 hours read
Charles DickensLittle Dorrit
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1857A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Little Dorrit by Charles Dickens follows Amy Dorrit, born in the Marshalsea debtors’ prison, and Arthur Clennam, who returns to London suspecting secrets in his family’s past. Amy supports her family with sewing work outside the prison while Arthur investigates her father's debts, discovering an inheritance that sets them free. However, the family faces challenges as they navigate newfound wealth and social pressures.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Little Dorrit by Charles Dickens is praised for its rich character development and intricate plot, offering a compelling critique of social and economic issues. However, some readers find its length and detailed descriptions overwhelming. The novel's blend of humor and pathos is appreciated, though the dense prose can be challenging for modern audiences.
Who Should Read Little Dorrit?
A reader who enjoys Little Dorrit by Charles Dickens appreciates intricate character development, social commentary, and historical settings. Similar enthusiasts of books like Bleak House by Dickens and Middlemarch by George Eliot would find this novel engaging. They relish exploring themes of poverty, wealth, and societal change in 19th-century England.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsLexile Level
760LBook Details
Classic Fiction
Satire
British Literature
Victorian Period
Victorian Literature / Period
Class
History: World
Emotions/Behavior: Shame & Pride
Society: Class
Society: Politics & Government