02557cam a22003733u 4500 2796 UtSlPG 20260610133103.0 m cr n 260607r2001||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Thackeray, William Makepeace, 1811-1863 The Memoirs of Mr. Charles J. Yellowplush Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2001 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Also titled: The Yellowplush papers. Release date is 2001-09-01 Miss Shum's husband -- The amours of Mr. Deuceace -- Skimmings from "The diary of George IV" -- Foring parts -- Mr. Deauceace at Paris -- Mr. Yellowplush's ajew -- Epistles to the literati. Produced by Donald Lainson, and David Widger "The Memoirs of Mr. Charles J. Yellowplush" by William Makepeace Thackeray is a novel written in the early 19th century, characterized by satirical humor and social commentary. The narrative is presented through the voice of the protagonist, Mr. Charles James Harrington Fitzroy Yellowplush, a former footman who offers an irreverent view of society and its class distinctions, reflecting Thackeray's ingenuity in critiquing the social structures of his time. At the start of the story, readers are introduced to the life and origins of Charles Yellowplush, who recounts his childhood and early experiences with his eccentric mother and a series of jobs as a servant. He shares various anecdotes, revealing the chaotic and often absurd circumstances of his upbringing. As he describes his first position working for Mr. Bago and later for the flamboyant master, Mr. Frederic Altamont, the stage is set for a blend of humor and social observation as Yellowplush navigates the complexities of servant-master dynamics and the world of fashion and money. His reflections provide insight into the lives of both lower and upper classes, making for an engaging exploration into Victorian society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Didactic fiction Humorous stories England -- Fiction Master and servant -- Fiction Household employees -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2796 44872 44872