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100 1 _aChesterton, G. K.
_q(Gilbert Keith),
_d1874-1936
245 1 0 _aThackeray
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2020-05-10
508 _aProduced 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.)
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNovelists, English -- 19th century -- Biography
653 _aThackeray, William Makepeace, 1811-1863
700 1 _aMelville, Lewis,
_d1874-1932
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62086
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