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The Luck of Barry Lyndon is a picaresque novel written by William Makepeace Thackeray and first published in 1844. The story follows the life of Redmond Barry, an Irish rogue who rises from humble beginnings to aristocratic status through a combination of luck, deception, and ambition. Set against the backdrop of 18th-century Europe, the novel offers a satirical portrayal of social climbing and the decadence of the upper class. Through Barry's adventures and misadventures, Thackeray explores themes of fate, fortune, and the moral compromises made in pursuit of wealth and status. "The Luck of Barry Lyndon" is a timeless tale of ambition and hubris.
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