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Vanity Fair

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Set during the Napoleonic wars, this satire explores the contrasting lives of two young women, Becky Sharp and Amelia Sedley. Amelia, naive and hopeful for a prosperous marriage, faces disillusionment as her dreams are dashed by unforeseen events. In contrast, Becky, who is looked down upon for her poverty, employs her cunning and charm to rise above her circumstances. With its blend of comedy, wit, and insightful commentary on society, the narrative delves into themes of ambition, vanity, and the harsh realities of social status.

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Taal
Engels
Jaar van publicatie
2018
Aantal pagina's
730
ISBN13
9789350330708
Reeks
Eerste editie
1848
Oorspronkelijke titel
Vanity Fair
Beoordeling
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Set during the Napoleonic wars, this satire explores the contrasting lives of two young women, Becky Sharp and Amelia Sedley. Amelia, naive and hopeful for a prosperous marriage, faces disillusionment as her dreams are dashed by unforeseen events. In contrast, Becky, who is looked down upon for her poverty, employs her cunning and charm to rise above her circumstances. With its blend of comedy, wit, and insightful commentary on society, the narrative delves into themes of ambition, vanity, and the harsh realities of social status.