02235cam a22003253u 4500 2844 UtSlPG 20260610133104.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Thackeray, William Makepeace, 1811-1863 The Fatal Boots Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-03-27 Produced by Donald Lainson; David Widger "The Fatal Boots" by William Makepeace Thackeray is a satirical novel written during the early 19th century. The story revolves around the misadventures of its main character, Bob Stubbs, who faces a series of unfortunate events largely attributed to his unfortunate obsession with obtaining a pair of fashionable boots. As Stubbs navigates through his trials, his experiences reflect themes of social class, ambition, and the often absurd nature of societal expectations. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Bob Stubbs, whose life is marked by persistent misfortune, beginning with the circumstances of his birth. He recounts his early years, detailing his childhood experiences including his attempts to navigate school and his peculiar financial dealings with classmates. This opening portion humorously sets the stage for Bob’s character—a somewhat unscrupulous yet endearing young man who aspires to be a gentleman despite his lack of wealth and standing. The narrative plays with the irony of his aspirations against the backdrop of his comically exaggerated misadventures, highlighting the folly and struggles of pursuing one's desires in a rigidly stratified society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction Family life -- Fiction Early memories -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2844 44920 44920