Publisher's Synopsis
The Regent: A Five Towns Story Of Adventure In London is a novel written by Arnold Bennett and published in 1913. The book tells the story of a young man named Edward Henry Machin, who leaves his hometown of Bursley in the Five Towns area of Staffordshire, England, to seek his fortune in London.Edward Henry, known as ""Denry"" to his friends, is a resourceful and ambitious character who quickly rises to the top of London society through a combination of luck, charm, and cunning. He becomes involved in a range of adventures, from managing a theatre to running a successful restaurant, and even becomes the Regent, a powerful figure in the city's entertainment industry.Throughout the novel, Bennett explores themes of social mobility, ambition, and the corrupting influence of power. He also provides a vivid portrait of London in the early 20th century, with its bustling streets, lively entertainment scene, and stark class divisions.The Regent: A Five Towns Story Of Adventure In London is a fast-paced and entertaining novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of Edwardian London. It is a must-read for fans of Bennett's work and anyone interested in the social and cultural history of the era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
