Our Mutual Friend

Focusing on the character of Noddy Boffin, a clerk who rises to wealth as the Golden Dustman, the narrative delves into the complexities of money and social status. Dickens employs brutal satire to critique the societal obsession with wealth, encapsulating his signature themes of class and morality. This edition includes an introductory chapter from G. K. Chesterton's Appreciations and Criticisms of the Works of Charles Dickens, enhancing the reader's understanding of the author's impact and legacy.