Young David Copperfield enjoys a happy childhood with his widowed
mother, until she decides to marry the stern and unforgiving Mr.
Murdstone. Murdstone sends David away and David's circumstances become
unbearable until he decides to run away to his aunt Betsy's care. From
here, David's journey from boy to man is told, with much adventure,
friendship, love and grief. Classics Illustrated tells this wonderful
tale in colorful comic strip form, offering an excellent introduction
for younger readers. This edition also includes theme discussions and
study questions, which can be used both in the classroom and at home to
further engage the reader in the story.
The Classics Illustrated comic book series began in 1941 with its first
issue, Alexandre Dumas' "The Three Musketeers", and has since included
over 200 classic tales released around the world. This edition is
specifically tailored to engage and educate young readers with some of
the greatest works ever written, while still thrilling older readers who
have loving memories of this series of old.