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100 1 _aThackeray, William Makepeace,
_d1811-1863
245 1 4 _aThe Paris Sketch Book of Mr. M. A. Titmarsh; and the Irish Sketch Book
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2013
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aIllustrated by the author.
500 _aRelease date is 2013-06-07
508 _aProduced by Chris Curnow, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)
520 _a"The Paris Sketch Book of Mr. M. A. Titmarsh and The Irish Sketch Book" by William Makepeace Thackeray is a collection of satirical sketches written in the early 19th century. This work comprises a set of humorous essays that explore various aspects of life in Paris and Ireland, showcasing Thackeray's keen observations on society, culture, and the human condition. The sketches offer a blend of personal anecdotes and social commentary, allowing readers a glimpse into Thackeray's experiences and reflections. At the start of "The Paris Sketch Book," the narrator, Mr. M. A. Titmarsh, provides a humorous dedicatory letter to a Parisian tailor, which sets the tone for the witty and observational nature of the essays that follow. The opening sketch describes the chaotic preparations of a family embarking on a trip from England to France, painting a vivid picture of the human antics and social dynamics involved. Through sharp humor and rich detail, Thackeray introduces readers to the bustling environment of travel and the quirks of his characters, establishing a tone of lighthearted yet critical exploration of society. This opening portion effectively engages the reader's interest and sets the stage for a series of delightful and insightful sketches. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aIreland -- Description and travel
653 _aParis (France) -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42890
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