The Adventures of Denry the Audacious
Enriched edition. The Card & The RegentBy Arnold Bennett
Length19h 7m
About this audiobook
Arnold Bennett's 'The Adventures of Denry the Audacious' is a captivating novel set in early 20th century England that follows the story of Denry Machin, a young man with a relentless ambition for success and social climbing. Bennett's literary style beautifully captures the essence of the time period, filled with humor, wit, and sharp observations of society's intricacies. The novel seamlessly weaves together themes of ambition, class struggle, and the pursuit of happiness, making it a timeless classic in English literature. Bennett's attention to detail and character development make Denry a memorable and relatable protagonist, drawing readers into his world of trials and triumphs. The book is a delightful blend of comedy, drama, and satire, making it a must-read for fans of classic literature and social commentary.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.0 (1.7K)
Includes Goodreads, LibraryThing, Amazon, StoryGraph
GenreGeneral Fiction, Humor
Length19 hrs 7 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 18, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Arnold Bennett: Buried Alive, The Old Wives' Tale & The Card (3 Books in One Edition)
19Chapter 11 In The Alps
2THE ROLL-CALL
20Chapter 12 The Supreme Honour
3RICEYMAN STEPS
21The Regent
4The Old Wives' Tale
22PART I
5Anna of the Five Towns
23Chapter I Dog-bite
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6Introduction
24Chapter II The Bank-note
7Historical Context
25Chapter III Wilkins's
8Synopsis (Selection)
26Chapter IV Entry Into the Theatrical World
9The Card
27Chapter V Mr Sachs Talks
10Chapter 2 The Widow Hullins's House
28Chapter VI Lord Woldo and Lady Woldo
11Chapter 3 The Pantechnicon
29PART II
12Chapter 4 Wrecking Of A Life
30Chapter VII Corner-stone
13Chapter 5 The Mercantile Marine
31Chapter VIII Dealing With Elsie
14Chapter 6 His Burglary
32Chapter IX The First Night
15Chapter 7 The Rescuer Of Dames
33Chapter X Isabel
16Chapter 8 Raising A Wigwam
34Analysis
17Chapter 9 The Great Newspaper War
35Reflection
18Chapter 10 His Infamy
36Memorable Quotes
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