The Book Of Snobs, Etc., Etc. (1892)

The Book of Snobs, Etc., Etc. is a satirical work by the renowned English novelist, William Makepeace Thackeray. The book was first published in 1848 and was reissued in 1892 with additional material. The book is a collection of satirical sketches that lampoon the snobbish behavior of the British upper class during the Victorian era.Thackeray's book is divided into two parts. The first part is a series of satirical sketches that poke fun at various types of snobs, including social climbers, literary snobs, military snobs, and political snobs. Thackeray's sketches are witty and insightful, and they expose the absurdity and pretentiousness of snobbish behavior.The second part of the book is a series of essays that explore the concept of snobbery in greater depth. Thackeray examines the origins of snobbery, the psychology of snobs, and the ways in which snobbery affects society. Thackeray's essays are thoughtful and thought-provoking, and they offer a nuanced analysis of this complex social phenomenon.Overall, The Book of Snobs, Etc., Etc. is a clever and entertaining work that offers a satirical critique of Victorian society. Thackeray's sharp wit and insightful observations make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the social history of the era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.