Catherine: A Story

Catherine: A Story

by William Makepeace Thackeray

Catherine, a young woman navigating the harsh realities of 18th-century London, finds herself caught in a web of love, betrayal, and tragedy. The story explores themes of social injustice, poverty, and the consequences of reckless choices. Catherine's tale is both gripping and thought-provoking, offering a glimpse into a bygone era where the line between victim and perpetrator could be blurred by circumstance.

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William Makepeace Thackeray was an English novelist, author and illustrator, who was born in India. He is known for his satirical works, particularly his 1848 novel Vanity Fair, a panoramic portrait o...

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