Nicholas Nickleby

*Nicholas Nickleby* is a novel by Charles Dickens that follows the journey of a young man, Nicholas, who faces financial hardship after his father's death. To support his family, he seeks work and encounters various characters representing both kindness and cruelty. The story highlights social issues like unjust treatment of children and poor workers, while emphasizing themes of integrity, perseverance, and the importance of compassion. Through Nicholas’s adventures, Dickens explores the disparities of Victorian society and advocates for moral righteousness, making it both a social critique and an engaging tale of character and resilience.