Sketches And Travels In London

Sketches And Travels In London

William Makepeace Thackeray

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Hutson Street Press
Año de edición:
2025
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Ensayos literarios
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9781024913620
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Sketches and Travels in London presents a vibrant portrait of 19th-century London life through the observant eyes of William Makepeace Thackeray. This collection of essays captures the essence of the city, from its bustling streets and grand institutions to its diverse inhabitants. Thackeray’s keen wit and social commentary offer a fascinating glimpse into the era, exploring themes of class, society, and the human condition. With vivid descriptions and engaging anecdotes, Thackeray brings London to life, offering a unique and enduring perspective on this iconic city. Ideal for readers interested in history, travel writing, and classic literature, 'Sketches and Travels in London' remains a timeless exploration of a world both familiar and bygone.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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