THEORIES OF ADAPTATION AND APPROPRIATION IN THE POSTHUMOUS PAPERS OF THE PICKWICK CLUB BY CHARLES DICKENS
THEORIES OF ADAPTATION AND APPROPRIATION IN THE POSTHUMOUS PAPERS OF THE PICKWICK CLUB BY CHARLES DICKENS

Summary/Abstract: Adaptation refers to the process of transforming a literary work from one medium to another, such as from a book to a film or a play. Appropriation, on the other hand, involves taking elements or themes from one work and incorporating them into another, often with a different purpose or perspective. In the case of "The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club," there have been various adaptations and appropriations over the years, showcasing the enduring popularity and cultural significance of Dickens' work. Through the adaptation of literary forms and the appropriation of characters and social issues, Dickens crafts a unique narrative that satirizes and comments on the society of his time while entertaining readers with its humour and wit.

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