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Vanity Fair (Diversion Classics)

This novel, originally published in the early 19th century, is a satirical portrayal of English society. It follows the lives of two main characters, Joseph Andrews and Amelia Sedley, as they navigate the complexities of social class and personal ambition. more

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William Makepeace Thackeray
William Makepeace Thackeray

William Makepeace Thackeray was a prominent British novelist of the Victorian era, born on July 18, 1811, in India, and died on December 24, 1863. He is known for his satirical and humorous writing style and is considered one of the greatest novelists of the 19th century. His most famous work, 'Vanity Fair', is regarded as a classic of English literature. more

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