VANITY FAIR

VANITY FAIR

William Makepeace Thackeray

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Editorial:
Repro India Limited
Año de edición:
2023
Materia
Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9789355274366

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Vanity Fair, a timeless masterpiece by William Makepeace Thackeray, is a satirical exploration of 19th-century British society, expertly weaving together the lives of unforgettable characters as they navigate ambition, love, and the relentless pursuit of social status. At the heart of this sweeping narrative stand the cunning and ambitious Becky Sharp and her loyal, naive friend Amelia Sedley, whose contrasting fortunes reveal the complexities of human nature and the duplicitous nature of the world they inhabit.Set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars, Thackeray’s magnum opus is a rich and intricate tapestry of high society, exposing the moral decay and hypocrisy that lie beneath its glittering surface. With biting wit, lush prose, and an unwavering eye for the foibles of human character, Vanity Fair is both a compelling drama and a searing social commentary that continues to resonate with readers over a century after its initial publication.As relevant today as it was in its time, Vanity Fair is a captivating journey through the trials and tribulations of its unforgettable protagonists, offering an insightful, darkly humorous examination of the human condition. Join Becky, Amelia, and the rest of Thackeray’s richly-drawn cast as they navigate the treacherous waters of Vanity Fair, where fortunes can be won or lost, and virtue is often overshadowed by the merciless quest for power and prestige.

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