The Life Of W. M. Thackeray

by Herman Charles Merivale, Frank Thomas Marzials, Herman Charles 1839-1906 Merivale

Book Overview

The Life of W. M. Thackeray is a biography written by Herman Merivale that provides a detailed account of the life of the renowned English novelist and satirist, William Makepeace Thackeray. The book covers Thackeray's early life, his education, his struggles as a writer, and his eventual success as one of the most prominent literary figures of the Victorian era. Merivale's biography delves into the personal and professional life of Thackeray, exploring his relationships with his family, friends, and fellow writers, as well as his literary influences and the social and political context of his time. The book also examines Thackeray's major works, including Vanity Fair, The Newcomes, and Henry Esmond, and provides insights into his writing process and creative vision. Overall, The Life of W. M. Thackeray is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of the most celebrated writers of the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425495362
• ISBN13: 9781425495367
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"