‘The Book of Snobs’ is a satirical work written by William Makepeace Thackeray and first published in 1846. This literary gem is a witty and incisive exploration of the social phenomenon of snobbery that was prevalent in Victorian society.
Thackeray’s keen observations and biting humor are on full display as he dissects the behaviors and pretensions of individuals who strive to appear superior to others based on class, wealth, or social standing. Through a series of humorous essays and character sketches, Thackeray lampoons the various types of snobs, from the social climber to the intellectual snob and the fashion snob.
The book serves as a scathing critique of the shallow values and pretentiousness of the upper classes while highlighting the absurdity of their snobbish behaviors. Thackeray’s sharp wit and astute social commentary make ‘The Book of Snobs’ a timeless work that continues to resonate as a delightful satire on human vanity and the follies of social hierarchy.