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Title: Thackeray
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Summary: "Thackeray" by G. K. Chesterton and Lewis Melville is a biography written in the early 20th century that examines the life and works of the celebrated English novelist William Makepeace Thackeray. The book provides an insightful exploration of Thackeray's literary contributions, his unique perspective on society, and his characterizations of the diverse world he observed. It delves into the themes and philosophies that underpinned his writings while placing them in the context of the Victorian literary milieu. The biography discusses Thackeray's upbringing, artistic endeavors, and significant works such as "Vanity Fair," "Pendennis," and "The History of Henry Esmond." It highlights his ability to portray the complexities of human nature, including the folly and knavery inherent in society. The authors emphasize Thackeray's belief in kindness and idealism amidst a cynical world, portraying him as both a satirist and an advocate for the human spirit. With numerous illustrations and a detailed examination of his characters, the book serves not only as a tribute to Thackeray's genius but also as an exploration of the moral and social values he championed through his poignant, often melancholic storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936
Author: Melville, Lewis, 1874-1932
EBook No.: 62086
Published: May 10, 2020
Downloads: 176
Language: English
Subject: Novelists, English -- 19th century -- Biography
Subject: Thackeray, William Makepeace, 1811-1863
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Thackeray
Credits:
Produced by Tim Lindell and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "Thackeray" by G. K. Chesterton and Lewis Melville is a biography written in the early 20th century that examines the life and works of the celebrated English novelist William Makepeace Thackeray. The book provides an insightful exploration of Thackeray's literary contributions, his unique perspective on society, and his characterizations of the diverse world he observed. It delves into the themes and philosophies that underpinned his writings while placing them in the context of the Victorian literary milieu. The biography discusses Thackeray's upbringing, artistic endeavors, and significant works such as "Vanity Fair," "Pendennis," and "The History of Henry Esmond." It highlights his ability to portray the complexities of human nature, including the folly and knavery inherent in society. The authors emphasize Thackeray's belief in kindness and idealism amidst a cynical world, portraying him as both a satirist and an advocate for the human spirit. With numerous illustrations and a detailed examination of his characters, the book serves not only as a tribute to Thackeray's genius but also as an exploration of the moral and social values he championed through his poignant, often melancholic storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936
Author: Melville, Lewis, 1874-1932
EBook No.: 62086
Published: May 10, 2020
Downloads: 176
Language: English
Subject: Novelists, English -- 19th century -- Biography
Subject: Thackeray, William Makepeace, 1811-1863
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.