Vanity Fair

What happens when society's veneer of respectability is stripped away? William Thackeray's "Vanity Fair" exposes the hypocrisy and greed within England's upper crust. The narrative follows the contrasting lives of Becky Sharp, an ambitious woman of low birth, and her school friend Amelia Sedley, a gentlewoman of kind heart. Thackeray's intricate plot weaves through the battlefields of the Napoleonic Wars, the drawing rooms of high society, and the intimate struggles of his characters. With its biting social commentary and unforgettable characters, "Vanity Fair" is not merely a novel—it's an exploration of humanity's foibles. A must-read for those who seek a sharp, witty critique of societal norms.