Vanity Fair

The story explores the contrasting personalities of Becky Sharp and Amelia Sedley as they navigate societal expectations and romantic ambitions. Becky, ambitious and cunning, seeks to secure a wealthy match, targeting the vain Jos Sedley. In contrast, Amelia, sheltered and dependent, dreams of marrying the charming but self-absorbed George Osborne. Captain William Dobbin represents a different kind of love, offering unwavering support to Amelia without ulterior motives. Their intertwined lives reflect themes of ambition, love, and the complexities of social status.