The Complete Clayhanger Family Novels
Clayhanger + Hilda Lessways + These Twain + The Roll CallBy Arnold Bennett
Length63h 46m
About this audiobook
Arnold Bennett's "The Complete Clayhanger Family Novels" encompasses the entirety of his intricate narrative centered around the lives and tribulations of the Clayhanger family in the early 20th century. This collection, comprising "Clayhanger," "The Card," and "Riceyman Steps," deftly blends realism with a profound psychological depth, capturing the nuances of urban life in the industrial city of Burslem, Staffordshire. Bennett's vivid prose, punctuated by keen observations of the social strata, immerses readers in the struggles and aspirations of his characters amidst the backdrop of societal change and industrial progress, showcasing the author's mastery in portraying the ordinary yet complex human experience. Arnold Bennett (1867-1931) was a prominent English writer known for illuminating the life of the Midlands during a time of great transition. His upbringing in Burslem, characterized by both its aspirations and limitations, profoundly influenced his literary vision. Bennett's personal experiences with the evolving social landscape fueled his exploration of themes such as ambition, familial bonds, and the post-Victorian ethos, making the Clayhanger series a reflection of his own life and the lives of those around him. For readers seeking a profound exploration of character and society, "The Complete Clayhanger Family Novels" is an essential addition to the canon of early 20th-century literature. Bennett's keen insights and rich characterizations provide a compelling tapestry of human experience, inviting readers to contemplate the intricacies of family, ambition, and the inevitable passage of time, making it a timeless masterpiece that resonates with contemporary readers.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction, Historical Fiction
Length63 hrs 46 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 25, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Book i: His Vocation.
2Chapter 1: The Last of a Schoolboy.
3Chapter 2: The Flame.
4Chapter 3: Entry into the World.
5Chapter 4: The Child-man.
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6Chapter 5: Mr. Shushions’s Tear Explained.
7Chapter 6: In the House.
8Chapter 7: Auntie Hamps.
9Chapter 8: In the Shop.
10Chapter 9: The Town.
11Chapter 10: Free and Easy.
12Chapter 11: Son and Father.
13Chapter 12: Machinery.
14Chapter 13: One Result of Courage.
15Chapter 14: The Architect.
16Chapter 15: A Decision.
17Chapter 16: The Letter.
18Chapter 17: End of a Struggle.
19Book ii: His Love.
20Chapter 1: The Visit.
21Chapter 2: Father and Son After Seven Years.
22Chapter 3: The New House.
23Chapter 4: The Two Gardens.
24Chapter 5: Clothes.
25Chapter 6: Janet Loses Her Bet.
26Chapter 7: Lane End House.
27Chapter 8: The Family Supper.
28Chapter 9: In the Porch.
29Chapter 10: The Centenary.
30Chapter 11: The Bottom of the Square.
31Chapter 12: The Top of the Square.
32Chapter 13: The Oldest Sunday-school Teacher.
33Chapter 14: Money.
34Chapter 15: The Insult.
35Chapter 16: The Sequel.
36Chapter 17: Challenge and Response.
37Chapter 18: Curiosity.
38Chapter 19: A Catastrophe.
39Chapter 20: The Man.
40Chapter 21: The Marriage.
41Book iii: His Freedom.
42Chapter 1: After a Funeral.
43Chapter 2: The Conclave.
44Chapter 3: The Name.
45Chapter 4: The Victim of Sympathy.
46Chapter 5: The Slave’s Fear.
47Chapter 6: Keys and Cheques.
48Chapter 7: Laid Aside.
49Chapter 8: A Change of Mind.
50Chapter 9: The Ox.
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