Vanity Fair

Thackeray's classic novel of British and European society is set around the time of the Napoleonic Wars. Becky Sharp, the penniless, orphaned daughter of an artist and a dancer, and Amelia Sedley, the sheltered child of a rich city merchant are unlikely, but firm, friends.

Becky is now installed as governess with Sir Pitt Crawley in the country. Sir Pitt's wealthy sister Miss Crawley takes quite a shine to Becky, much to the upset of the family.

George and Amelia get married, much to the disappointment of George's family, and they travel down to Brighton where they are joined by Rawdon, Becky and Jos.

The battle of Waterloo has begun and Rawdon and George are both away fighting. The cannon can be heard in Brussels and the people try to flee, but Amelia refuses to leave.

Becky continues to be entertained by Lord Steyne in London, andf Mr Osborne makes an offer to bring up and educate Georgy which leaves Amelia horrified.

Amelia and Jos are reunited with Becky in Germany, where she is down on her luck, and Dobbin finally declares his true feelings.