Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.

The prolific novelist Arnold Bennett created a succession of stories that detailed life in the Staffordshire Potteries, which were to immortalise his beloved “Five Towns” and establish his name as one of the leading realist authors of Edwardian fiction. Now for the first time in publishing history, Delphi Classics is proud to present Bennett’s complete fictional works. This comprehensive eBook is complemented with numerous illustrations, many rare novels, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 2) * Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Bennett’s life and works * Concise introductions to the novels and other texts * ALL 36 novels, with individual contents tables * Many rare novels appearing for the first time in digital publishing * Includes the extremely rare novelisation of Bennett’s screenplay of the film PICCADILLY, available nowhere else * Even includes the author’s unfinished novel DREAM OF DESTINY, appearing here for the first time * Images of how the books were first printed, giving your eReader a taste of the original texts * Excellent formatting of the texts * All of the short story collections, including rare collections like THE WOMAN WHO STOLE EVERYTHING, available nowhere else * Special chronological and alphabetical contents tables for the short stories * Easily locate the short stories you want to read * Includes a generous range of Bennett’s plays and non-fiction – spend hours exploring the author’s diverse oeuvre * Even includes the engaging HOW TO BECOME AN AUTHOR, available in no other digital edition * Special criticism section, with seminal essays by authors such as Henry James, Virginia Woolf and George Orwell, evaluating Bennett’s contribution to literature * Scholarly ordering of texts into chronological order and literary genres * UPDATED with a rare play and four more non fiction works The Novels A Man from the North (1898) The Grand Babylon Hotel (1902) Anna of the Five Towns (1902) The Gates of Wrath (1903) Leonora (1903) A Great Man (1904) Teresa of Watling Street (1904) Sacred and Profane Love (1905) Hugo (1906) Whom God Hath Joined (1906) The Sinews of War (1906) The Ghost (1907) The City of Pleasure (1907) The Statue (1908) Buried Alive (1908) The Old Wives’ Tale (1908) The Glimpse (1909) Helen with the High Hand (1910) Clayhanger (1910) The Card (1911) Hilda Lessways (1911) The Regent (1913) The Price of Love (1914) These Twain (1916) The Lion’s Share (1916) The Pretty Lady (1918) The Roll-Call (1918) Mr Prohack (1922) Lilian (1922) Riceyman Steps (1923) Lord Raingo (1926) The Vanguard (1928) Accident (1928) Piccadilly: Story of the Film (1929) Imperial Palace (1930) Dream of Destiny (1932) The Short Story Collections Tales of the Five Towns (1905) The Loot of Cities and Other Stories (1905) The Grim Smile of the Five Towns (1907) The Matador of the Five Towns, and Other Stories (1912) Elsie and the Child, and Other Stories (1924) The Woman Who Stole Everything, and Other Stories (1927) The Night Visitor and Other Stories (1931) Venus Rising from the Sea (1932) The Short Stories List of Short Stories in Chronological Order List of Short Stories in Alphabetical Order The Plays Polite Farces for the Drawing-Room (1899) The Honeymoon (1911) The Great Adventure (1913) The Title (1918) Judith (1922) The Non Fiction Journalism for Women: A Practical Guide (1898) How to Become an Author: A Practical Guide (1903) The Human Machine (1909) Literary Taste: How to Form It (1909) How to Live on 24 Hours a Day (1910) The Feast of St. Friend (1911) Those United States (1912) The Arnold Bennett Calendar (1912) The Plain Man and His Wife (1913) From the Log of the Velsa (1914) Paris Nights, and Other Impressions of Places and People (1914) The Author’s Craft (1914) Over There: War Scenes on the Western Front (1915) Introduction to ‘In the Royal Naval Air Service’ (1916) by Harold Rosher Books and Persons: Being Comments on a Past Epoch 1908-11 (1917) Things that Interested Me: First Series (1921) Things Which Interested Me: Second Series (1923) Things Which Interested Me: Third Series (1926) The Criticism The New Novel (1914) by Henry James The Mercy of Mr. Arnold Bennett (1923) by G. K. Chesterton Character in Fiction (1924) by Virginia Woolf Letter to Arnold Bennett (1924) by Joseph Conrad An Extract from ‘The Road to Wigan Pier’ (1937) by George Orwell

The Complete Works of Arnold Bennett showcases the prolific and diverse writing of the renowned author. Known for his realistic portrayals of British industrial society in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Bennett's work often delves into the themes of class dynamics, ambition, and personal growth. His writing style combines keen observations with a straightforward narrative approach, making his novels both accessible and thought-provoking. Readers can expect a rich literary experience that captures the essence of the changing social landscape of the time. Arnold Bennett's own life experiences, growing up in the Potteries region of Staffordshire, England, greatly influenced his writing. His firsthand knowledge of the working-class struggles and aspirations permeates his work, adding depth and authenticity to his characters and their dilemmas. Bennett's ability to depict the human condition with empathy and insight sets his work apart in the literary canon. I highly recommend The Complete Works of Arnold Bennett to readers interested in exploring the complexities of British society during the Industrial Revolution. Bennett's timeless themes and engaging storytelling continue to resonate with contemporary audiences, offering valuable insights into the universal struggles of the human experience.

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“Literary Taste - How to Form It” is a 1909 essay by English writer Arnold Bennett. The essay discusses taste in relation to literature, and also includes an exhaustive list of books that Bennett believed constitute classics with every item individually costed. When originally published, the essay and list became very influential. Contents include: “The Aim”, “Your Particular Case”, “Why a Classic is a Classic”, “Where to Begin”, “How to Read a Classic”, “The Question of Style”, “Wrestling with an Author”, “System in Heading”, “Verse”, “Broad Counsels”, “An English Library: Period I”, “An English Library: Period II”, etc. Enoch Arnold Bennett (1867–1931) was an English writer. Although he is perhaps best remembered for his popular novels, Bennett also produced work in other areas including the theatre, propaganda, journalism, and film. Other notable works by this author include: “Helen with a High Hand” (1910), “The Card” (1911), and “Hilda Lessways” (1911). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with an essay on Arnold Bennett by F. J. Harvey Darton.