The Old Wives' Tale - Bennett, Arnold
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""The Old Wives' Tale"" is a classic novel written by the British author Arnold Bennett, first published in 1908. Set in the Staffordshire Potteries, the narrative spans several decades and revolves around the lives of two sisters, Constance and Sophia Baines. The story delves deep into the complexities of human relationships, tracing the divergent paths of the two sisters as they navigate the challenges of love, family, and societal expectations. Through richly detailed storytelling, Bennett portrays the contrasting personalities of the sisters and their contrasting approaches to life. As…mehr

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""The Old Wives' Tale"" is a classic novel written by the British author Arnold Bennett, first published in 1908. Set in the Staffordshire Potteries, the narrative spans several decades and revolves around the lives of two sisters, Constance and Sophia Baines. The story delves deep into the complexities of human relationships, tracing the divergent paths of the two sisters as they navigate the challenges of love, family, and societal expectations. Through richly detailed storytelling, Bennett portrays the contrasting personalities of the sisters and their contrasting approaches to life. As they grapple with the rapidly changing world around them, the novel highlights themes of resilience, tradition, and the passage of time. With its insightful exploration of human nature and the impact of individual choices, ""The Old Wives' Tale"" remains a timeless literary work that offers a profound reflection on the human experience.
Autorenporträt
Arnold Bennett was born on May 27, 1867, in Hanley, Staffordshire, which is now part of Stoke-on-Trent but was previously a separate municipality. He was the eldest of three boys and three daughters born to Enoch Bennett (1843-1902) and Sarah Ann, nee Longson (1840-1914). Enoch Bennett's early career was marked by ups and downs: following an unsuccessful attempt to start a pottery manufacturing and sales firm, he established himself as a draper and pawnbroker in 1866. Four years later, Enoch's father died, leaving him some money with which he apprenticed at a local legal business; in 1876, he became a solicitor. The Bennetts were strong Wesleyans who enjoyed music, culture, and socializing. Bennett attended the Wedgwood Institute in Burslem from 1877 to 1882, and then attended a grammar school in Newcastle-under-Lyme for one year. He was good at Latin and better at French; he had an inspirational headmaster who instilled in him a lifelong love of French literature and the French language. He excelled intellectually and passed Cambridge University exams, which may have led to an Oxbridge degree, but his father had other ideas. Bennett left school in 1883 at the age of 16 and began unpaid work at his father's business. He split his time between unpleasant occupations, such as rent collection, during the day and preparing for exams in the evening.