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The City of Pleasure
Hardcover
HumorGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023445009
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 184
Weight: 0.96
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Explore the glittering, yet ultimately illusory, allure of The City of Pleasure: A Fantasia on Modern Themes by Arnold Bennett. This meticulously prepared print edition brings a classic of 20th-century English fiction back to life. Bennett, a master of social commentary, delivers a sharp satire that resonates even today.
Through a lens of wit and humor, The City of Pleasure examines the complexities of modern life, offering a provocative and enduring reflection on society. A compelling exploration of enduring themes, this novel showcases Bennett's talent for blending insightful observation with engaging storytelling. Delve into this brilliant example of English fiction and discover why it remains a relevant and captivating read.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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