"The Pickwick Papers," written by Charles Dickens, is a novel first published in 1836. It follows the adventures of the Pickwick Club, a group of gentlemen who travel around England to explore and document their experiences. The story is filled with humor, social commentary, and a variety of colorful characters. The novel is notable for its episodic structure, with each chapter presenting a new adventure or misadventure. Through the eyes of Samuel Pickwick, the club's founder, readers encounter a range of societal issues and eccentric individuals, making it a significant work in Victorian literature.