Here's why:
* Awards in the 1830s: Formal literary awards as we know them today weren't really established in the 1830s when the book was published.
* Critical Acclaim: While there weren't specific awards, the book received overwhelmingly positive reviews and was a phenomenal commercial success, cementing Dickens's reputation as a literary genius.
* Impact: The book's impact on Victorian culture is undeniable. It popularized serial fiction, created iconic characters, and its humor and social commentary continue to resonate today.
Therefore, while "The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club" didn't win any formal awards, its success was truly award-worthy in its own right.