“A crow, who had flown away with a cheese from a dairy window, sate perched on a tree looking down at a great big frog in a pool underneath him.”
Quote by William Makepeace Thackeray
Work
The Newcomes: Memoirs of a Most Respectable Family
This book is a detailed account of the experiences of the Newcomes, a family that moves to London from the countryside during the Victorian era. The narrative explores their efforts to navigate the complexities of urban life, their interactions with other social classes, and the evolving dynamics within their own family unit. The story offers insights into the social customs and cultural norms of the time. more
Author
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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