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  • The History Of Pendennis : His Fortunes And Misfortunes, His Friends And His Greatest Enemy

    by Thackeray,William Makepeace ...
    Set in 19th-century London, Thackeray's The History of Pendennis: His Fortunes and Misfortunes, His Friends and His Greatest Enemy (1848-50) presents a partially fictionalised autobiography of the title character. Country-born gentleman Arthur Pendennis travels to London in quest of town life and society. The novel portrays his love affairs with the callous Blanche Amory and poor Fanny. Both of ... Read more

    $6.99 CAD

  • The Memoirs Of Barry Lyndon, Esq

    by Thackeray,William Makepeace ...
    First published in 1844, The Memoirs of Barry Lyndon, Esq. by Thackeray is a picaresque novel also known as The Luck of Barry Lyndon. It chronicles the life of impoverished Redmond Barry, an Irishman who wants to be an English aristocrat. An opportunist, rake, and gambler, he serves in the Seven Years War, first under the English flag and then, for money, in the Prussian Army. Continuing to play ... Read more

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  • Vanity Fair

    by Thackeray, William Makepeace ...
    Vanity Fair is an English novel by William Makepeace Thackeray, which follows the lives of Becky Sharp and Amelia Sedley amid their friends and families during and after the Napoleonic Wars. Vanity Fair presents the reader with the question of what kind of behaviour desperation justifies. It also asks whether characters do gain happiness and security (or should gain them) by being selfless and ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD

  • The Christmas Books of Mr. M.A. Titmarsh

    by Thackeray, William Makepeace ...
    "The Christmas Books of Mr. M.A. Titmarsh" is a collection of festive stories written by William Makepeace Thackeray under the pseudonym M.A. Titmarsh. Originally published in the 1840s and 1850s, these charming tales capture the spirit of Christmas with wit, humor, and sentimentality. Thackeray's stories often explore themes of family, generosity, and redemption, showcasing the warmth and joy of ... Read more

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  • The Newcomes : Memoirs Of A Most Respectable Family

    by Thackeray,William Makepeace ...
    Thackeray's The Newcomes (1855) follows the lives and fortunes of the respectable Newcome family and satirizes Victorian snobbery. The humble Colonel Thomas Newcome has two step-brothers, Brian and Hobson, and a son, Clive, whom he loves passionately. The Colonel is forced to send Clive to England after the death of his wife so that he can begin his education. Thomas wants Clive to marry his ... Read more

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  • Catherine: A Story

    by Makepeace Thackeray,William ...
    Thackery wrote this work under the pseudonym Ikey Solomons, Esq., Junior. With strong moral vibes and in-depth portrayal of characters, this work monopolizes the reader's attention from the outset. A unique work in which such opposites as realities of life and the desired moral standards have been amalgamated. Engrossing! ... Read more

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  • The Luck of Barry Lyndon

    by Thackeray, William Makepeace ...
    The Luck of Barry Lyndon is a picaresque novel written by William Makepeace Thackeray and first published in 1844. The story follows the life of Redmond Barry, an Irish rogue who rises from humble beginnings to aristocratic status through a combination of luck, deception, and ambition. Set against the backdrop of 18th-century Europe, the novel offers a satirical portrayal of social climbing and ... Read more

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  • The Book of Snobs

    by Thackeray, William Makepeace ...
    "The Book of Snobs" is a satirical work written by William Makepeace Thackeray and first published in 1846. This literary gem is a witty and incisive exploration of the social phenomenon of snobbery that was prevalent in Victorian society.Thackeray's keen observations and biting humor are on full display as he dissects the behaviors and pretensions of individuals who strive to appear superior to ... Read more

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  • The Irish Sketch-book

    by Thackeray, William Makepeace ...
    The Irish Sketch-book is a travelogue written by William Makepeace Thackeray, first published in 1843. In this captivating narrative, Thackeray provides vivid descriptions and insightful observations of his travels throughout Ireland. From bustling cities to serene countryside landscapes, he immerses readers in the beauty and charm of the Emerald Isle. Along the way, Thackeray encounters a diverse ... Read more

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  • The Christmas Books of Mr. M. A. Titmarsh

    by Thackeray, William Makepeace ...
    "The Christmas Books of Mr. M. A. Titmarsh" is a delightful collection of holiday-themed tales penned by the renowned English author William Makepeace Thackeray under his pseudonym, Mr. M. A. Titmarsh. These heartwarming stories capture the spirit and essence of the Christmas season in Victorian England.Within the pages of this collection, readers are transported to a bygone era, where they can ... Read more

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  • The Rose And The Ring

    by Thackeray,William Makepeace ...
    William Makepeace Thackeray published The Rose and the Ring in 1855. He wrote it chiefly for the entertainment of his two daughters. In this burlesque fairy tale, Thackeray presents a royal family in which the prince and the princess have been lightly cursed by the Fairy Blackstick to have "a little misfortune." Prince Giglio has to fight to regain his throne, while Princess Roslaba must work as a ... Read more

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  • The Christmas Books Of Mr. M.A.Titmarsh

    by Thackeray,William Makepeace ...
    Thackeray's The Christmas Books of Mr. M. A. Titmarsh (1847-55) was published under his familiar pen name, M.A. Titmarsh. It is an anthology of five short novels, each of which criticises English nobility. It includes The Kickleburys on the Rhine, in which the author shares a steamer with an upper-class family. It also contains Mrs. Perkin's Ball, Our Street, Dr. Birch and His Young Friends, and ... Read more

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