Length360h 10m
About this audiobook
In the comprehensive anthology "ARNOLD BENNETT Ultimate Collection," readers are invited into the richly textured world of early 20th-century England, as explored through Bennett's keen social commentary and vivid characterizations. The collection spans his most significant works, including masterpieces like "Clayhanger" and "The Old Wives' Tale," showcasing his distinctive literary style that melds realism with a profound understanding of human relationships. Bennett's prose is marked by clarity and depth, often reflecting the socio-economic transitions of the Industrial Revolution, and offering a critical perspective on contemporary life in the Potteries. Arnold Bennett, a pivotal figure in the English literary landscape, was not only a novelist but also a playwright and essayist. His upbringing in the industrial heartland of England profoundly influenced his writing, which often celebrates the resilience and intricacies of ordinary lives. Bennett's experiences as a bohemian in London and his literary travels in Europe further enriched his narrative voice, allowing him to blend everyday realism with more universal themes of aspiration and failure. This ultimate collection is essential for both literature enthusiasts and scholars alike, providing invaluable insights into Bennett's thematic concerns and stylistic innovations. Readers will find themselves immersed in the concerns of a bygone era, while also recognizing the timeless nature of Bennett's explorations of love, ambition, and the human condition, making this anthology a remarkable testament to his literary legacy.
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Rating★★★★ 4.5 (23)
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GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length360 hrs 10 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 8, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1ARNOLD BENNETT Ultimate Collection
2Chapter I
3Chapter II
4Chapter III
5Chapter IV
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6Chapter V
7Chapter VI
8Chapter VII
9Chapter VIII
10Chapter IX
11Chapter X
12Chapter XI
13Chapter XII
14Chapter XIII
15Chapter XIV
16Chapter XV
17Chapter XVI
18Chapter XVII
19Chapter XVIII
20Chapter XIX
21Chapter XX
22Chapter XXI
23Chapter XXII
24Chapter XXIII
25Chapter XXIV
26Chapter XXV
27Chapter XXVI
28Chapter XXVII
29Chapter XXVIII
30Chapter XXIX
31Chapter XXX
32Chapter XXXI
33Chapter XXXII
34Chapter One The Millionaire and the Waiter
35Chapter Two How Mr Racksole Obtained His Dinner
36Chapter Three At Three A.M.
37Chapter Four Entrance of the Prince
38Chapter Five What Occurred to Reginald Dimmock
39Chapter Six In the Gold Room
40Chapter Seven Nella and the Prince
41Chapter Eight Arrival and Departure of the Baroness
42Chapter Nine Two Women and the Revolver
43Chapter Ten At Sea
44Chapter Eleven The Court Pawnbroker
45Chapter Twelve Rocco and Room No. 111
46Chapter Thirteen In the State Bedroom
47Chapter Fourteen Rocco Answers Some Questions
48Chapter Fifteen End of the Yacht Adventure
49Chapter Sixteen The Woman with the Red Hat
50Chapter Seventeen The Release of Prince Eugen
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