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The Book of Snobs

The Book of Snobs

Thackeray, William Makepeace

Hardcover

HumorLetters & EssaysGeneral Sociology

ISBN10: 1023083795
ISBN13: 9781023083799
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 192
Weight: 0.99
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

Dive into the biting wit and social satire of William Makepeace Thackeray's The Book of Snobs, a timeless exploration of snobbery and manners in 19th-century English society. This collection of essays, originally published in serial form, dissects the various types of snobs that populate all levels of society, exposing their pretensions and absurdities with sharp humor. Thackeray's keen observations on human behavior remain as relevant today as they were in his time, offering a humorous yet insightful commentary on social climbing and the human desire for status.

The Book of Snobs is a foundational work in the study of social dynamics and class distinctions. This meticulously prepared print edition offers readers a chance to experience Thackeray's incisive prose and enduring observations on the timeless foibles of human nature. A must-read for anyone interested in social history, literary humor, and the enduring power of social satire.

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