The Four Georges

The Four Georges

William Makepeace Thackeray

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120180438
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The Four Georges: The English Humorists, Sketches And Travels In England is a book written by William Makepeace Thackeray and published in 1889. The book is a collection of essays and sketches that explore the lives and reigns of the four King Georges of England, as well as the humorists and literary figures of the time. Thackeray’s writing is witty, insightful, and often satirical, offering a unique perspective on the social and cultural landscape of 18th and 19th century England. The book also includes sketches and descriptions of various places in England, providing a vivid and detailed portrait of the country during this period. Overall, The Four Georges is a fascinating and entertaining read for anyone interested in English history, literature, and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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