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Thackeray the Humourist and the Man of Letters
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ISBN13: 9781023673624
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 268
Weight: 1.22
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Explore the life and literary contributions of William Makepeace Thackeray in Thackeray the Humourist and the Man of Letters. This biographical work, compiled by John Camden Hotten with contributions from Anthony Trollope, delves into Thackeray's personal story and his significant literary achievements.
Including a selection of Thackeray's characteristic speeches gathered for the first time, the book offers insight into his wit, humor, and perspectives on society. Readers gain a deeper understanding of Thackeray's role as a prominent Victorian author and his enduring impact on English literature. Discover the man behind works such as Vanity Fair and The History of Pendennis through this comprehensive study of his life and career.
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