Works

Works

Leslie Stephen / William Makepeace Thackeray

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
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Literatura de viajes
ISBN:
9781146803977
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Rediscover William Makepeace Thackeray’s keen observations and witty prose in this collection of works, featuring 'The Paris Sketch Book' and 'Little Travels and Road-Side Sketches.' Thackeray, accompanied by Leslie Stephen, offers a captivating glimpse into 19th-century Europe, painting vivid pictures of Parisian life and the quaint charm of roadside journeys. 'The Paris Sketch Book' brims with satirical essays and lively anecdotes, capturing the essence of French society and culture. 'Little Travels and Road-Side Sketches' explores the quieter corners of Europe, revealing the beauty and character found in unassuming landscapes and encounters. This collection showcases Thackeray’s signature blend of humor, social commentary, and insightful travel writing, making it a delightful read for those who appreciate classic literature and historical travelogues. This edition preserves the original charm and wit of Thackeray’s work, ensuring its enduring appeal to modern readers.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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