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The narrative follows the contrasting lives of sisters Constance and Sophia Baines, exploring their journey from youth in their mother's draper's shop to old age. Spanning approximately 70 years from 1840 to 1905, the story unfolds against the backdrop of Burslem and Paris, highlighting themes of family, societal change, and personal growth. This novel is celebrated as one of Arnold Bennett's masterpieces, offering a rich portrayal of the sisters' experiences and the evolving world around them.
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The Old Wives' Tale, Arnold Bennett
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- Released
- 2019
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- Title
- The Old Wives' Tale
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Arnold Bennett
- Publisher
- Bibliotech Press
- Released
- 2019
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 434
- ISBN13
- 9781618956668
- Series
- Rating
- 4 out of 5
- Description
- The narrative follows the contrasting lives of sisters Constance and Sophia Baines, exploring their journey from youth in their mother's draper's shop to old age. Spanning approximately 70 years from 1840 to 1905, the story unfolds against the backdrop of Burslem and Paris, highlighting themes of family, societal change, and personal growth. This novel is celebrated as one of Arnold Bennett's masterpieces, offering a rich portrayal of the sisters' experiences and the evolving world around them.