Thackeray's London: A Description Of His Haunts And The Scenes Of His Novels

By William Makepeace Thackeray and William Henry Rideing

Book Overview

Thackeray's London: A Description Of His Haunts And The Scenes Of His Novels is a book written by William H. Rideing. The book is a comprehensive guide to the life and works of the famous Victorian novelist, William Makepeace Thackeray. The author takes the reader on a journey through the streets of London, exploring the places where Thackeray lived, worked, and wrote. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Thackeray's life and work. The first chapter provides a brief biography of Thackeray, outlining his early life, education, and career as a writer. The subsequent chapters delve into Thackeray's literary works, exploring the settings and characters of his novels, as well as the themes and motifs that run throughout his writing. The author also provides a detailed account of the social and cultural context in which Thackeray lived and worked, offering insights into the political, economic, and cultural climate of Victorian England. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and illustrations, which help to bring the world of Thackeray to life. Overall, Thackeray's London: A Description Of His Haunts And The Scenes Of His Novels is a fascinating and informative book that will appeal to anyone interested in the life and works of William Makepeace Thackeray, as well as to those interested in the history and culture of Victorian England.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: 116295390X
• ISBN13: 9781162953908
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"