The Fatal Boots by William Makepeace Thackeray
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"The Fatal Boots" by William Makepeace Thackeray is a satirical novel written during the early 19th century. The story revolves around the misadventures of its main character, Bob Stubbs, who faces a series of unfortunate events largely attributed to his unfortunate obsession with obtaining a pair of fashionable boots. As Stubbs navigates through his trials, his experiences reflect themes of social class, ambition, and the often absurd nature of societal expectations. At
the start of the novel, we are introduced to Bob Stubbs, whose life is marked by persistent misfortune, beginning with the circumstances of his birth. He recounts his early years, detailing his childhood experiences including his attempts to navigate school and his peculiar financial dealings with classmates. This opening portion humorously sets the stage for Bob’s character—a somewhat unscrupulous yet endearing young man who aspires to be a gentleman despite his lack of wealth and standing. The narrative plays with the irony of his aspirations against the backdrop of his comically exaggerated misadventures, highlighting the folly and struggles of pursuing one's desires in a rigidly stratified society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Thackeray, William Makepeace, 1811-1863 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Fatal Boots |
| Credits | Produced by Donald Lainson; David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Family life -- Fiction |
| Subject | Early memories -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 2844 |
| Release Date | Mar 27, 2006 |
| Last Update | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 651 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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