Publisher's Synopsis
Doctor Marigold is a novella written by the renowned English author, Charles Dickens. It was first published in 1865 and tells the story of a traveling salesman named Doctor Marigold, who sells cheap goods at fairs and markets. Despite his humble profession, Doctor Marigold is a kind and compassionate man who cares deeply for his customers.The novella is narrated by Doctor Marigold himself, and he recounts his life story, including his childhood and how he became a salesman. He also shares his experiences with his customers, many of whom are poor and struggling. Through his interactions with these people, Doctor Marigold learns about the hardships they face and becomes determined to help them in any way he can.The story takes a tragic turn when Doctor Marigold's daughter dies, leaving him devastated. However, he eventually finds solace in a young girl named Sophy, whom he adopts and raises as his own.Doctor Marigold is a heartwarming tale that explores themes of love, loss, and compassion. It is a testament to the power of human kindness and the importance of helping those in need. Dickens' vivid descriptions and engaging characters make this novella a must-read for fans of classic literature.I am a Cheap Jack, and my own father's name was Willum Marigold. It was in his lifetime supposed by some that his name was William, but my own father always consistently said, No, it was Willum. On which point I content myself with looking at the argument this way: If a man is not allowed to know his own name in a free country, how much is he allowed to know in a land of slavery?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.
