The Chimes - Hardcover

by Charles Dickens (Author)

The Chimes is a novel written by Charles Dickens that was first published in 1844. It tells the story of Toby Veck, a poor messenger who lives in London, and his encounter with the spirits of the chimes. The chimes are a set of bells that ring out from the church tower on New Year's Eve, and they have the power to transport Toby to a world where he can see the consequences of his actions and the actions of those around him.Through his journey with the chimes, Toby learns about the struggles of the poor and the injustices they face in society. He also meets a cast of characters, including a young girl named Meg who is forced into prostitution, and a wealthy businessman who is blind to the suffering of those around him.The Chimes is a social commentary on the inequalities of Victorian society and the need for compassion and empathy towards those less fortunate. It is a powerful and moving story that highlights the importance of community and the impact that one person can have on the lives of others.Anon, it comes up stealthily, and creeps along the walls, seeming to read, in whispers, the Inscriptions sacred to the Dead. At some of these, it breaks out shrilly, as with laughter; and at others, moans and cries as if it were lamenting. It has a ghostly sound too, lingering within the altar; where it seems to chaunt, in its wild way, of Wrong and Murder done, and false Gods worshipped, in defiance of the Tables of the Law, which look so fair and smooth, but are so flawed and broken.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.