The History of Pendennis
Author | : William Makepeace Thackeray |
Publisher | : The Floating Press |
Total Pages | : 1441 |
Release | : 2011-02-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781775451631 |
ISBN-13 | : 1775451631 |
Rating | : 4/5 (631 Downloads) |
Download or read book The History of Pendennis written by William Makepeace Thackeray and published by The Floating Press. This book was released on 2011-02-01 with total page 1441 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With an unmatched wit and a keen appreciation for the inanity of social mores, William Makepeace Thackeray provides his own unique spin on the family history genre in The History of Pendennis. Following a young lad who makes his way to London in search of love and a livelihood, the narrative tears through juicy family secrets, shadowy machinations, and all manner of plots and conspiracies. If you liked Vanity Fair, you'll love The History of Pendennis.