A Shabby Genteel Story
| Author | : William Makepeace Thackeray |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 300 |
| Release | : 1852 |
| ISBN-10 | : HARVARD:HN37CA |
| ISBN-13 | : |
| Rating | : 4/5 (CA Downloads) |
Book Synopsis A Shabby Genteel Story by : William Makepeace Thackeray
Download or read book A Shabby Genteel Story written by William Makepeace Thackeray and published by . This book was released on 1852 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the title story, George Brandon, an impoverished gentleman, scorns the family he lodges with, but decides to amuse himself by attempting to seduce the daughters, ultimately setting his sights on the youngest. His casual amusement, however, ends with the very real threat of a duel. Self-delusion, snobbery, and an obsession with money are the underlying themes in this tale.
