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Title: The Paris Sketch Book of Mr. M. A. Titmarsh

Note: Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Donald Lainson and David Widger

Summary: "The Paris Sketch Book of Mr. M. A. Titmarsh" by William Makepeace Thackeray is a collection of humorous sketches written during the mid-19th century. The book provides a vivid portrayal of various aspects of Parisian life, including travel experiences, social commentary, and observations of French culture as seen through the eyes of the protagonist, Mr. M. A. Titmarsh. The narrative blends satire and eye-catching anecdotes that reflect the author's witty style, inviting readers to explore the quirks of a Parisian journey. At the start of the collection, Thackeray introduces the reader to Mr. Titmarsh’s embarkation on a chaotic voyage to France. The tone is lively as it describes the bustling scene at London Bridge, highlighting the mad scramble of families preparing for travel amidst a comical backdrop of numerous packages and children. The author captures the tension and humor in this family move, especially through the maternal figure's frantic efforts — a dynamic that sets up the book's exploration of cultural contrasts, along with Mr. Titmarsh's subsequent experiences in hotels, excursions, and encounters with various characters in the French capital. Through this opening, the reader is drawn into a world rich with observation and societal critiques, delivered with Thackeray's signature humor and style. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Thackeray, William Makepeace, 1811-1863

EBook No.: 2768

Published: Aug 1, 2001

Downloads: 196

Language: English

Subject: Paris (France) -- Description and travel

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: The Paris Sketch Book of Mr. M. A. Titmarsh

Note: Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Donald Lainson and David Widger

Summary: "The Paris Sketch Book of Mr. M. A. Titmarsh" by William Makepeace Thackeray is a collection of humorous sketches written during the mid-19th century. The book provides a vivid portrayal of various aspects of Parisian life, including travel experiences, social commentary, and observations of French culture as seen through the eyes of the protagonist, Mr. M. A. Titmarsh. The narrative blends satire and eye-catching anecdotes that reflect the author's witty style, inviting readers to explore the quirks of a Parisian journey. At the start of the collection, Thackeray introduces the reader to Mr. Titmarsh’s embarkation on a chaotic voyage to France. The tone is lively as it describes the bustling scene at London Bridge, highlighting the mad scramble of families preparing for travel amidst a comical backdrop of numerous packages and children. The author captures the tension and humor in this family move, especially through the maternal figure's frantic efforts — a dynamic that sets up the book's exploration of cultural contrasts, along with Mr. Titmarsh's subsequent experiences in hotels, excursions, and encounters with various characters in the French capital. Through this opening, the reader is drawn into a world rich with observation and societal critiques, delivered with Thackeray's signature humor and style. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Thackeray, William Makepeace, 1811-1863

EBook No.: 2768

Published: Aug 1, 2001

Downloads: 196

Language: English

Subject: Paris (France) -- Description and travel

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.