"Little Dorrit" is a novel by Charles Dickens, published in 1857. The story explores themes of poverty, social injustice, and the impact of the bureaucratic system through the life of Amy Dorrit, who was born in the Marshalsea debtors' prison. In Chapter 14, titled "Taking Advice," the news of Mr. Sparkler's appointment to the Circumlocution Office is met with indifference by the British onlookers. Some dismiss it as a mere sinecure, while others argue that such positions are used by Decimus to consolidate his power. The general apathy towards the political situation is highlighted, with many feeling that it is the responsibility of others to address these issues. Mrs. Merdle elegantly shares the news of her son's new position, reflecting the social dynamics and attitudes of the time. The chapter illustrates the disconnect between the elite and the common people, as well as the complacency that allows systemic issues to persist unchallenged.

by Charles Dickens in English Fiction Stories

Writen by Charles Dickens

Category Fiction Stories