Name: The Regent
SKU: 67162824
Price: 706.00 TWD
Availability: InStock
ISBN: 9789365783186

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Publisher

Double 9 Books

Year

2024

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

21.6x14x1.9 cm

ISBN13

9789365783186

The Regent

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Synopsis "The Regent"

“The Regent” by Arnold Bennett is a novel set in the Edwardian Era, centering on the life of an ambitious middle-class man who embarks on a journey of social climbing and self-discovery. The protagonist, driven by his cultural aspirations and desire for personal success, becomes an entrepreneur in the world of theater, using his business acumen to transform a rundown venue into a thriving establishment. Through this transformation, Bennett explores themes of identity and public image, as the protagonist grapples with the complexities of his new social standing and the expectations that come with it. The novel offers a satirical look at urban life and the middle-class obsession with status, providing sharp social commentary on the era's values and the pursuit of success. Ultimately, “The Regent” is a story of ambition, transformation, and the sometimes hollow nature of achieving one's dreams.

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