Riceyman Steps A Tale of Love and Solitude in Post-War Clerkenwell
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Verlag:Culturea
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Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
30.03.2023
Verlag
CultureaSeitenzahl
364
Maße (L/B/H)
21/14.8/2 cm
Gewicht
471 g
Auflage
1. Tirage
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
979-10-418-0348-4
"Riceyman Steps" by Arnold Bennett is a novel set in the post-World War I era, focusing on the lives of individuals in the Clerkenwell district of London. The narrative begins with Henry Earlforward, a solitary bookseller who owns a shop in Riceyman Steps. He is a man of routine, content in his solitude, until he becomes intrigued by Mrs. Arb, the new owner of a nearby confectioner's shop. Mrs. Arb, a widow, is trying to find her footing in a business she inherited, while grappling with the fear of financial instability. Her vibrant personality and energy captivate Henry, who is drawn to her despite his reserved nature. The novel also explores the life of Elsie, a young charwoman who works for both Henry and Mrs. Arb. Elsie is a widow, like Mrs. Arb, and her life is marked by hardship and a strong sense of duty. She is courted by Joe, a shell-shocked war veteran, but her commitment to her work and her employers often takes precedence over her personal life. The interactions between these characters reveal themes of love, loneliness, and the struggle for connection in a rapidly changing world. As the story unfolds, the characters' lives intersect in unexpected ways, highlighting the complexities of human relationships and the influence of past experiences on present choices. Bennett's detailed portrayal of Clerkenwell and its inhabitants provides a rich backdrop for this exploration of post-war society.
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