The History of Pendennis

In "The History of Pendennis," William Makepeace Thackeray crafts a bildungsroman that intricately explores the complexities of a young man'Äôs journey to adulthood. Set against the vibrant backdrop of early Victorian England, the novel employs Thackeray's signature satirical tone and keen social commentary to critique the values of the burgeoning middle class. Through the protagonist, Arthur Pend...