Thackeray, William Makepeace

Vanity Fair

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ISBN 13:
9780141199641
author:
Thackeray, William Makepeace
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin Classics
language:
English
Publication Year:
2012
Pages:
928
Dimensions:
19.6 x 12.8 x 4.2 cm
Genre:
Fiction, Classics,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£11.19

Description

Vanity Fair by William Makepeace Thackeray is a satirical epic that explores the complexities of love and social adventure in Regency society. At its centre are two heroines, Becky Sharp and Amelia Sedley, whose lives become entwined as they navigate the tawdry glamour of their world. As they strive for wealth and worldly success, both women must confront the harsh realities of their own desires and the corrupting influence of those around them. Meanwhile, a steadfast figure emerges in Dobbin, who brings pathos and depth to Thackeray's portrayal of love and loyalty. This Penguin English Library edition features 901 pages of Thackeray's masterful prose, offering a rich and nuanced exploration of one of literature's most enduring themes.

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