With his extensive novel published in 1848, Charles Dickens (1812-1870) denounced the greed and arrogance of his era. The main character, the wealthy London businessman Paul Dombey, head of the firm Dombey and Son, has lost the ability to empathize with others due to his overwhelming desire for power and class superiority. Blind to their feelings and intentions, he not only destroys his family but also risks losing his company and, consequently, his wealth.