
by Charles Dickens · Editorial Verbum, S.L. · libro de bolsillo · ISBN 9788413379494
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Originally published in 1845, 'The Cricket on the Hearth' is the third in Charles Dickens's series of Christmas books, following the success of 'A Christmas Carol' and 'The Chimes'. With a nearly theatrical structure, the story follows a cricket—a symbol of peace in humble homes—that transforms into fairies over the course of three days, divided into three 'chirps'. It is a poetic exploration of domestic life and marital affection, capturing the essence of simple, everyday lives.