Vanity Fair is a novel by William Makepeace Thackeray that follows the lives of two women, Becky Sharp and Amelia Sedley, during the early 19th century in England.
The story explores themes of social climbing, manipulation, and the consequences of ambition. Becky Sharp is a cunning and ambitious woman who uses her wit and charm to climb the social ladder, while Amelia Sedley is a kind and naive woman who struggles to find her place in society.
Vanity Fair is a satirical look at the society of the time, with Thackeray using the characters of Becky and Amelia to critique the values and morals of the upper class. The novel is known for its sharp wit and biting social commentary, making it a classic of English literature.