A satirical novel by Charles Dickens that follows the young Martin Chuzzlewit, who is disinherited by his wealthy grandfather and forced to learn humility, responsibility, and the value of genuine relationships. Along the way, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, including the unforgettable hypocrite Seth Pecksniff. Combining comedy, social criticism, and adventure, the novel examines greed, selfishness, hypocrisy, and moral growth.