Vanity Fair: A Novel Without A Hero

Vanity Fair: A Novel Without A Hero

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Author: W. M. Thackeray
Binding: Hardback
Published: HERON BOOKS

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This satirical masterpiece, Vanity Fair, chronicles the intertwined lives of the ambitious Becky Sharp and the gentle Amelia Sedley as they navigate the treacherous social landscape of 19th-century England. The narrative illustrates the relentless pursuit of status and wealth, exposing the hypocrisy and moral compromises inherent in society's upper echelons. Thackeray's sharp wit and keen observation present a vivid panorama of ambition, love, and betrayal, all set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars. The novel dissects the human condition with a cynical yet compelling gaze, offering a timeless critique of societal values and personal aspirations.

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Description

Author: W. M. Thackeray
Binding: Hardback
Published: HERON BOOKS

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This satirical masterpiece, Vanity Fair, chronicles the intertwined lives of the ambitious Becky Sharp and the gentle Amelia Sedley as they navigate the treacherous social landscape of 19th-century England. The narrative illustrates the relentless pursuit of status and wealth, exposing the hypocrisy and moral compromises inherent in society's upper echelons. Thackeray's sharp wit and keen observation present a vivid panorama of ambition, love, and betrayal, all set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars. The novel dissects the human condition with a cynical yet compelling gaze, offering a timeless critique of societal values and personal aspirations.