Macky. The Luck of Barry Lyndon William Makepeace Thackeray Short Stories Action and Adventure Classics Literature [Annotated] The Luck of Barry Lyndon, written by William Makepeace Thackeray in 1844, is an early and significant work of fiction that showcases the author's unique style and perspective on the human experience. This annotated edition, based on the 1848 version of the novel, includes all of Thackeray's revisions and restorations, as well as an introduction and notes by John O. Macky. The book tells the story of Barry Lyndon, a young man who rises from poverty to wealth and fame through a series of fortunate events, only to fall victim to his own hubris and lack of self-awareness. The plot of the book revolves around Barry Lyndon's journey from his humble beginnings as a poor Irishman to his ascension to wealth and status as a British officer during the Seven Years War. Along the way, he experiences a series of lucky events and encounters that shape his life and ultimately lead to his downfall. Throughout the novel, Thackeray explores themes such as class, identity, and the nature of luck and fate, all while maintaining a sense of humor and wit.

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マッキー。The Luck of Barry Lyndon William Makepeace Thackeray短編小説アクションと冒険古典文学［注釈付き］William Makepeace Thackerayが1844に書いたThe Luck of Barry Lyndonは、作家の独特なスタイルと視点を示した、初期の重要なフィクションです人間の経験です。このアノテーション版は1848版の小説に基づいており、Thackerayの編集と復元、ジョン・O・マッキーの紹介とメモが含まれている。この本は、貧困から富と名声に至る一連の幸運な出来事を通して上昇し、彼自身の傲慢さと自己認識の欠如の犠牲になるだけの若者、バリー・リンドンについてです。この本のプロットは、バリー・リンドンの貧しいアイルランド人としての謙虚な始まりから、七戦争中のイギリス将校としての富と地位への上昇までの旅を中心に展開しています。Thackerayは小説全体を通して、ユーモアと機知を保ちながら、クラス、アイデンティティ、運と運命の性質などのテーマを探求します。