Vanity Fair

This novel holds special significance to me, because my Senior thesis  was on Thackeray's cynical sentimentality. I found Vanity Fair simply hilarious! Rebecca was a hoot! Although she was so manipulative and deceitful, I found her to be an entertaining character. I never could guess what she would do next.

During one classroom presentation, I remember quoting the following passage from the book:

"Get yourselves married as they do in France, where the lawyers are the bridesmaids and confidantes. At any ate, never have any feelings which may make you uncomfortable, or make any promises  you cannot  withdraw. That is the way to get on, and be respected, and have a virtuous character in Vanity Fair."

I remember reading this paragraph, and just laughing at the romantic situation being  discussed in the book (Amelia's romances).

Thackery has taken us on a journey filled with romance, intrigue, and plenty of laughter. Who could ask for anything more?