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William Makepeace Thackeray

    18. červenec 1811 – 24. prosinec 1863

    William Makepeace Thackeray was an English novelist, author, and illustrator, best known for his satirical novels. His works often explored themes of social climbing and hypocrisy within Victorian society, offering a sharp critique of class structure and manners. Thackeray's writing style is characterized by its wit, irony, and deep psychological insight into his characters. He masterfully exposed the follies and vanities of the age through his keen observation of human nature.

    William Makepeace Thackeray
    Jarmark marnosti
    Vznešená bída
    Kniha o snobech od jednoho z nich
    Růže a prsten
    Humoristicke črty
    Pendennis
    • 2024

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      Some Roundabout Papers
    • 2024

      The Virginians; A Tale Of The Last Century, In Two Volumes

      Volume 2 - in large print

      • 708 stránek
      • 25 hodin čtení

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      The Virginians; A Tale Of The Last Century, In Two Volumes
    • 2024
    • 2024

      The Virginians; A Tale Of The Last Century, In Two Volumes

      Volume 1 - in large print

      • 732 stránek
      • 26 hodin čtení

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      The Virginians; A Tale Of The Last Century, In Two Volumes
    • 2024

      The Fitz-Boodle Papers

      • 80 stránek
      • 3 hodiny čtení

      Set in nineteenth-century England, the narrative centers on George Fitz-Boodle, a wealthy nobleman known for his wit and irony. Through a series of vignettes, the author critiques social norms and pretensions, exploring themes of marriage, politics, and class dynamics. Thackeray's sharp wit and clever wordplay provide a satirical lens on the follies of high society, offering keen insights into the moral fabric of Victorian England. Each story reveals the intricacies of social behavior and the absurdities of the era's conventions.

      The Fitz-Boodle Papers
    • 2023

      Jahrmarkt der Eitelkeit (Großdruck)

      Band 2 von 2

      • 556 stránek
      • 20 hodin čtení

      Im zweiten Band von Thackerays "Jahrmarkt der Eitelkeit" wird die scharfsinnige Satire auf die englische Gesellschaft fortgeführt. Der Roman, ursprünglich zwischen 1847 und 1848 veröffentlicht, beleuchtet das Streben nach Ruhm und Anerkennung durch die Charaktere, die in einem Netz aus Intrigen und Eitelkeiten gefangen sind. Die Ausgabe enthält einen durchgesehenen Neusatz sowie eine Biografie des Autors, die von Theodor Borken bearbeitet wurde. Die ansprechende Großdruckschrift und das großzügige Format machen das Lesen besonders angenehm.

      Jahrmarkt der Eitelkeit (Großdruck)
    • 2023

      The Fitz-Boodle Papers

      in large print

      • 128 stránek
      • 5 hodin čtení

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      The Fitz-Boodle Papers
    • 2023

      The Book of Snobs

      in large print

      • 244 stránek
      • 9 hodin čtení

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      The Book of Snobs
    • 2023

      The Wolves and the Lamb

      in large print

      • 84 stránek
      • 3 hodiny čtení

      Focusing on accessibility, this book is a reproduction of a historical work presented in large print. The publishing house Megali aims to enhance readability for individuals with impaired vision, ensuring that classic literature remains available to a broader audience.

      The Wolves and the Lamb
    • 2023

      Men's Wives

      in large print

      • 244 stránek
      • 9 hodin čtení

      Focusing on accessibility, this book is a reproduction of a historical work presented in large print. Published by Megali, a company dedicated to enhancing reading experiences for individuals with impaired vision, it aims to preserve important texts while ensuring they are easily readable.

      Men's Wives