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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This biography documents the life and career of William Makepeace Thackeray, renowned as both a British novelist and a humorist. With origins in a distinguished family of scholars, the author delves into Thackeray's childhood and education, exploring pivotal influences that would profoundly define his work. The narrative traces Thackeray's journey as a writer, encompassing his experiences as a student at Cambridge, an art student in Paris, and his early literary endeavors in magazines. Through meticulous observations and rich anecdotes, the author illuminates the inspirations, struggles, and triumphs that shaped Thackeray's literary prowess. Underlying themes are explored, such as Thackeray's penchant for historical settings, notably the Victorian and Georgian eras, and his profound understanding of human nature - both its foibles and its aspirations. The author analyzes Thackeray's enduring legacy, placing his literary contributions within the broader landscape of English literature and establishing his enduring impact. Overall, this biography provides an insightful exploration of Thackeray's multifaceted character and creative process, offering valuable reflections on his enduring contributions to the literary world and the enduring appeal of his works. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330156186_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330156186
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)