Bleak House (Kriminalroman): Justizthriller

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The narrative centers around a lengthy inheritance dispute, Jarndyce vs. Jarndyce, intertwining the lives of various characters connected to the case. Through multiple storylines and perspectives, particularly that of Esther Summerson, the novel explores the complexities of 19th-century English society, highlighting class dynamics and relationships. Additionally, it offers a satirical critique of the English legal system, especially the Court of Chancery, while incorporating elements of a crime story in its later chapters.