Thackeray, William Makepeace
Vanity Fair
- 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
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.