[Complete] Pendennis by William Makepeace Thackeray -ck/lt

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The History of Pendennis by William Makepeace Thackeray (1811 - 1863).

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In Pendennis, William Makepeace Thackeray skillfully shows the coming of age of Arthur Pendennis, a young gentleman trying to make his way in the world. Pen's difficulties in finding his place in the difficult maze of social obstacles are created to some extent by his being raised in the country and being from an ancient though impoverished family. We follow his course from the village in which he was raised via Oxbridge to London, meeting the most memorable characters, falling in and out of love, navigating the difficulties of society, and hopefully finally arriving at a happy end. ( Carolin)
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Post by Carolin »

this project is now ready to go :)

all readers and a dpl are most welcome!
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Post by Carolin »

Moving us out to readers wanted!
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Post by Eli27 »

Great project!
May I have chapter 1?
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Post by Carolin »

Absolutely, thank you very much for getting us started :thumbs:
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Post by Read »

May I do Section 0, the Preface?

Thank you,
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Post by Carolin »

thank you kristin!
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Post by Read »

Here is Section 00, the dedication and Preface

https://librivox.org/uploads/carolin/pendennis_00_thackeray_128kb.mp3

6:22

Thank you,
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Post by Carolin »

Thank you :thumbs:
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Post by cherylstewart »

Carolin, May I PL section 0 and 1?
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Post by Carolin »

That would be great, thank you cheryl! :thumbs:
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Post by cherylstewart »

Section 0 and Section 1 PL OK
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Post by cherylstewart »

Whoops, I mean section 0 PL ok, Section 1 is not done yet, Sorry
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thank you! :thumbs:
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Post by Read »

Hello Carolin,

Could I claim Chapter 2 please?

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