Vanity Fair
Enriched edition.By William Makepeace Thackeray
Length34h 27m
About this audiobook
William Makepeace Thackeray's 'Vanity Fair' is a satirical novel that follows the lives of two close friends, Amelia Sedley and Rebecca Sharp, as they navigate the pitfalls of high society in early 19th-century England. Thackeray's sharp wit and keen observation of human behavior are evident throughout the narrative, which is filled with memorable characters and biting social commentary. The novel's episodic structure and richly detailed descriptions contribute to its immersive storytelling, making it a classic of Victorian literature. Thackeray's clever use of irony and his ability to capture the complexities of human nature set 'Vanity Fair' apart from its contemporaries. Thackeray's own experiences as a satirist and journalist likely influenced the themes and style of the novel, shedding light on the author's motivations for writing such a biting critique of society. Readers who enjoy incisive social commentary and well-developed characters will find 'Vanity Fair' to be a compelling and thought-provoking read that continues to resonate with modern audiences.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.0 (163.8K)
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GenreGeneral Fiction, Romance
Length34 hrs 27 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The History of Sir Richard Calmady
2Middlemarch (Unabridged)
3The Luck of Barry Lyndon (Historical Novel)
4SENSE AND SENSIBILITY
5The Tenant of Wildfell Hall (Unabridged)
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6Introduction
7Synopsis
8Historical Context
9Author Biography
10Vanity Fair
11Chapter 1 Chiswick Mall
12Chapter 2 In Which Miss Sharp and Miss Sedley Prepare to Open the Campaign
13Chapter 3 Rebecca Is in Presence of the Enemy
14Chapter 4 The Green Silk Purse
15Chapter 5 Dobbin of Ours
16Chapter 6 Vauxhall
17Chapter 7 Crawley of Queen’s Crawley
18Chapter 8 Private and Confidential
19Chapter 9 Family Portraits
20Chapter 10 Miss Sharp Begins to Make Friends
21Chapter 11 Arcadian Simplicity
22Chapter 12 Quite a Sentimental Chapter
23Chapter 13 Sentimental and Otherwise
24Chapter 14 Miss Crawley at Home
25Chapter 15 In Which Rebecca’s Husband Appears for a Short Time
26Chapter 16 The Letter on the Pincushion
27Chapter 17 How Captain Dobbin Bought a Piano
28Chapter 18 Who Played on the Piano Captain Dobbin Bought
29Chapter 19 Miss Crawley at Nurse
30Chapter 20 In Which Captain Dobbin Acts as the Messenger of Hymen
31Chapter 21 A Quarrel About an Heiress
32Chapter 22 A Marriage and Part of a Honeymoon
33Chapter 23 Captain Dobbin Proceeds on His Canvass
34Chapter 24 In Which Mr. Osborne Takes Down the Family Bible
35Chapter 25 In Which All the Principal Personages Think Fit to Leave Brighton
36Chapter 26 Between London and Chatham
37Chapter 27 In Which Amelia Joins Her Regiment
38Chapter 28 In Which Amelia Invades the Low Countries
39Chapter 29 Brussels
40Chapter 30 “The Girl I Left Behind Me”
41Chapter 31 In Which Jos Sedley Takes Care of His Sister
42Chapter 32 In Which Jos Takes Flight, and the War Is Brought to a Close
43Chapter 33 In Which Miss Crawley’s Relations Are Very Anxious About Her
44Chapter 34 James Crawley’s Pipe Is Put Out
45Chapter 35 Widow and Mother
46Chapter 36 How to Live Well on Nothing a Year
47Chapter 37 The Subject Continued
48Chapter 38 A Family in a Very Small Way
49Chapter 39 A Cynical Chapter
50Chapter 40 In Which Becky Is Recognized by the Family
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