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100 1 _aThackeray, William Makepeace,
_d1811-1863
245 1 0 _aBurlesques
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2006-05-22
505 0 _aNovels by eminent hands -- The diary of C. Jeames De La Pluche, Esq., with his letters -- The tremendous adventures of Major Gahagan -- A legend of the Rhine -- Rebecca and Rowena; a romance upon romance -- The history of the next French revolution -- Cox's diary
508 _aProduced by Donald Lainson; David Widger
520 _a"Burlesques" by William Makepeace Thackeray is a collection of satirical writings and tales that reflects the author's brilliant wit and keen social commentary, likely composed during the mid-19th century. The work includes various pieces with humorous takes on society, literature, and contemporary issues of the time, showcasing Thackeray's unique storytelling style and critique of human nature. At the start of "Burlesques," the reader is introduced to a range of characters and settings through a collection of contents that outlines stories from different authors, demonstrating a playful exploration of various genres and styles. One key tale involves George de Barnwell, who is portrayed as a poetic character caught in a tumultuous struggle between ambition and reality, navigating the complexities of love and societal expectations. The opening sets the stage for a narrative infused with humor and a deeper narrative that addresses timeless themes of desire, morality, and the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFiction
653 _aEnglish literature -- 19th century
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2675
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