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Arnold Bennett
Kirjat ja teokset yhdessä paikassa: 984 kirjaa, julkaisuja vuosilta 1994–2026, suosituimpiin kuuluu The Old Wives' Tale. Vertaile teosten hintoja ja tarkista saatavuus suomalaisista kirjakaupoista.
984 kirjaa
Kirjojen julkaisuvuodet: 1994–2026.
The truth about an author is an autobiographical account that offers an unvarnished look into the life of a writer navigating the complexities of the literary world. Through candid reflections, the author explores the challenges, disappointments, and occasional triumphs that shape a career in writing. The narrative reveals the contrast between the romanticized image of literary fame and the often harsh realities behind the scenes, including struggles with publishers, criticism, and self-doubt. The memoir begins with the author's early attempts to enter the literary field, motivated by a desire to share an honest portrayal of the profession. As the story unfolds, it highlights formative experiences that influenced the author's development, including moments of inspiration and setbacks that tested his resolve. Throughout, the author grapples with questions of authenticity, artistic identity, and societal expectations, offering insight into the personal and professional conflicts inherent in a literary life. The work stands as a thoughtful meditation on what it means to be a writer beyond the public image.
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Reports of the Committee on the Conduct of the War Fort Pillow Massacre. Returned Prisoners.
Arnold Bennett
Alpha Editions
2025
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Teresa Of Watling StreetA Fantasia On Modern Themes (Edition1)
Arnold Bennett
Double 9 Books LLP
2025
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Teresa of Watling Street: A fantasia on modern themes examines the peculiar intersections of ambition, secrecy, and social performance in a rapidly modernizing urban world. Through the eyes of a self-made investigator, the narrative delves into the layered motives behind public personas and the strange intimacy of financial power. Set within the structures of banking and theatrical life, the story explores how wealth, inheritance, and societal expectation distort genuine connection and personal clarity. It highlights how appearances mask unpredictable truths, and how modern roles - whether in institutions or entertainment - require calculated identity shifts. The narrative balances realism with imagination, suggesting that everyday life, even within mundane offices and quiet towns, is often touched by eccentricity, misdirection, and the surreal. Mystery becomes a tool for exploring broader questions about trust, self-invention, and emotional risk in an age increasingly defined by spectacle and control. The novel avoids moral certainty, instead portraying life as a blend of performance, secrecy, and the quiet desire for something authentic.
Denry: The audacious follows the journey of a young man from a working-class background who rises through society by relying not on wealth or status, but sheer boldness and charm. Set in an industrious town marked by social divisions, the story traces his early life, shaped by hardship and a determination to reach beyond his circumstances. From a questionable exam success that grants him educational opportunity to bold moves that land him into exclusive social circles, the protagonist consistently uses wit and nerve to rewrite his fate. A pivotal moment arises when he manages to attend a prestigious municipal ball, an act that symbolizes his refusal to accept societal limitations. This act sparks a deeper ambition, leading him into ventures that mix romance, entrepreneurship, and the politics of class mobility. Throughout the narrative, themes of self-made success, ambition, and the blurred line between integrity and opportunism emerge. The novel paints a lively portrait of a society in flux, where traditional barriers begin to shift, and a single audacious individual can disrupt the expected order.
How to Live on 24 Hours a Day: Reclaim Your Time, Focus Your Mind & Create Fulfilment Every Single Day (Deluxe Hardbound Edition)
Arnold Bennett; Tim Zengerink
Library of Alexandria
2025
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Halvin toimitettuna 34,00 €
How to Live on 24 Hours a Day: Reclaim Your Time, Focus Your Mind & Create Fulfilment Every Single Day
Arnold Bennett; Tim Zengerink
Library of Alexandria
2025
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Halvin toimitettuna 22,20 €
Arnold Bennett's The Plain Man and His Wife is a touching and insightful novel that delves into the life and relationship of Mr. and Mrs. Bains, an ordinary and unremarkable couple in the industrial town of Bursley, England. The novel offers a vivid portrayal of the daily routines, challenges, and aspirations of the working-class couple. As Mr. Bains grapples with the demands of his career and Mrs. Bains navigates the complexities of domestic life, the novel provides a compelling exploration of the dynamics of marriage and the aspirations of the common man and woman. Arnold Bennett's storytelling is marked by its keen observation of human behaviour and the realistic portrayal of everyday life. The Plain Man and His Wife is a classic work that offers a heartfelt and honest depiction of the hopes and struggles of ordinary people. If you appreciate novels that provide an authentic glimpse into the lives of working-class individuals and the subtleties of domestic relationships, The Plain Man and His Wife is a must-read. Arnold Bennett's storytelling talent shines in this novel, offering a sincere and touching narrative that celebrates the beauty of the every day and the enduring bonds of marriage.
The Matador of the Five Towns and Other Stories (Esprios Classics)
Arnold Bennett
Blurb
2025
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