Dombey and Son

Dombey and Son, and Daughter

Aug 17, 1969

After his wife dies in childbirth, Paul Dombey Senior is given with the unwanted presence of his sister and the assistance of a jolly caregiver to look after his neglected daughter Florence and his newborn son, Paul Dombey Junior.

Money and Mr. Dombey

Aug 24, 1969

After Florence is returned home by young Walter Gay, Mr. Dombey dismisses Polly, leaving his children in the full care of Susan Nipper. As they grow up, Mr. Dombey teaches Paul the ways of money and business.

Blimber's Academy

Aug 31, 1969

Polly and Susan Nipper have taken little Florence and her baby brother Paul to visit the Toodle family, in the hope of seeing Polly's son, Biler. On the way home, Florence is separated from the others and lost.

A Voyage for Walter

Sep 7, 1969

Florence has been found by Walter Gay. A friendship begins between them. Baby Paul grows up into a strange, old fashioned little boy. Worried about the child's poor health, Mr. Dombey has sent him to Mrs. Pinchin's school in Brighton.

Edith Granger

Sep 14, 1969

Walter Gay has been told that he is to be sent to the West Indies. Little Paul's health has worsened, and he has collapsed at school.

Love and Mr. Dombey

Sep 21, 1969

Little Paul's death has left Mr. Dombey heartbroken. Walter has said goodbye to Florence and set off for the West Indies.