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Thackeray, William Makepeace
1811
1863
Titmarsh, Michael Angelo
Thackeray, W. M.
Titmarsh, M. A.
Thackeray, William M.
Saintsbury, George
1845
1933
Saintsbury, George Edward Bateman
Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges
"Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges" by William Makepeace Thackeray is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The book tells the story of Henry Esmond, a young boy navigating life through the complexities of family loyalty, societal expectations, and personal ambition during the tumultuous periods of English history. As Esmond grows, he encounters various notable characters that shape his understanding of honor, love, and duty. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Henry Esmond, a young boy living in Castlewood Hall, who feels lost and uncertain due to his orphan status. The narrative details his first encounters with the new lord and lady of Castlewood, emphasizing Esmond's feelings of solitude and anxiety as he observes the grand, yet unfamiliar, environment that surrounds him. The warmth and kindness of Lady Castlewood and her daughter Beatrix offer him a glimmer of hope, creating a sense of family amidst his uncertainties. As he begins to forge a bond with them, the groundwork is laid for the exploration of his identity and his unfolding adventures in the larger historical context of England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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English literature -- 18th century -- History and criticism
Great Britain -- History -- Anne, 1702-1714 -- Fiction
Humorists, English
Hanover, House of
Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 18th century
Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 19th century
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Browsing: Culture/Civilization/Society
Browsing: History - British
Browsing: Humour
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