The History of Pendennis, Volume 2: His Fortunes and Misfortunes, His Friends and His Greatest Enemy: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The History of Pendennis, Volume 2: His Fortunes and Misfortunes, His Friends and His Greatest Enemy is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Thackeray, William Makepeace (1811–1863).
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"The History of Pendennis, Volume 2" by William Makepeace Thackeray is a novel published between 1848-1850. This bildungsroman follows young Arthur Pendennis as he navigates London society, pursuing literary ambitions while entangled in romantic complications. From flirtations with the manipulative Blanche Amory to an innocent attachment with working-class Fanny Bolton, Pen's choices test his character and threaten family bonds. Meanwhile, his cynical uncle schemes, dark secrets emerge about the Clavering family, and misunderstandings drive wedges between those who love him most.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The History of Pendennis, Volume 2: His Fortunes and Misfortunes, His Friends and His Greatest Enemy
- Author credits: Thackeray, William Makepeace (1811–1863)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Autobiographical fiction
- Bildungsromans
- Great Britain -- History -- Victoria, 1837-1901 -- Fiction
- Humorous stories
- Young men -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
- Category: Romance
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