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_aBennett, Arnold, _d1867-1931 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aClayhanger |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2007 |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2007-04-28 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England | ||
| 520 | _a"Clayhanger" by Arnold Bennett is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book centers around Edwin Clayhanger, exploring the trajectory of his life from childhood through adolescence to early adulthood as he navigates family pressures and prepares to take over the family printing business. Set against the backdrop of the Staffordshire Potteries, the narrative delves into themes of personal ambition, societal expectation, and the complexity of relationships. The opening of "Clayhanger" introduces Edwin as he reflects on leaving school and what that means for his future. He stands on a canal bridge, watching life unfold around him, including a whimsical scene of a girl whipping a struggling horse. This moment of innocence is contrasted with Edwin's growing awareness of the burdens that await him, such as contending with his strict father and the challenges of taking over the family business. As he interacts with his friend Charlie Orgreave, who casually mentions a wager, we see Edwin's competitive spirit and his inclination towards introspection about his place in the world. This opening scene sets the tone for Edwin's journey towards adulthood, filled with both lightheartedness and the grim realities of industrial life in the Five Towns. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aFathers and sons -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aDomestic fiction | ||
| 653 | _aStaffordshire (England) -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aPottery industry -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aStoke-on-Trent (England) -- Fiction | ||
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