From Washington Irving's early American hauntings to Virginia Woolf's modernist unease, this sweeping collection gathers thirty tales of ghosts, curses, and things that should not be. Mary Shelley's gothic imagination, Charles Dickens's haunted houses, M. R. James's antiquarian terrors, and Henry James's psychological dread sit alongside Oscar Wilde's wit and H. G. Wells's speculative chills, tracing the occult and supernatural short story across a century of English-language fiction. Whet...

Arnold Bennett's 'The Self-Management Series' is a collection of practical and insightful essays that delve into the principles of self-improvement and personal development. Written in a clear and accessible style, Bennett offers timeless advice on topics such as time management, self-discipline, and goal setting. The literary context of this book lies in the self-help genre, where Bennett's straightforward approach and emphasis on practical solutions set him apart from his contemporaries....

The Old Wives' Tale, considered to be one of Bennett's finest works, begins in the 1860s, in the industrial "Five Towns" of the English Midlands, where he set many of his partially autobiographical stories.The novel follows the prosperous Baines family, who live above the successful clothing shop they own in the town of Bursley (based on Burslem, in Staffordshire). Even when the two Baines daughters were still young, their characters are already formed. Sophia has "youth, beauty, a...

Enter a world where ghosts walk, ancient forces awaken, and the impossible becomes terrifyingly real. 30 Occult & Supernatural Masterpieces in One Book brings together a collection of classic stories exploring the darkest corners of the supernatural imagination. Inside, readers encounter ghostly apparitions, haunted houses, mysterious rituals, occult practices, strange creatures, supernatural encounters, forbidden knowledge, unexplained phenomena, and ancient forces that defy ordinary expl...

An American millionaire tries to buy a steak and a bottle of beer in London's grandest hotel, is refused, and buys the hotel instead — after which the staff begin to disappear. Bennett wrote it as a serial in the year the century turned, for money, at speed, and produced the ancestor of every glamorous hotel thriller since.

"The Arnold Bennett Calendar" is a unique literary work that encapsulates the essence of Arnold Bennett's thoughts and reflections throughout the year. Each entry offers a glimpse into his philosophy, creativity, and insights, making it a valuable companion for readers seeking inspiration. Bennett, known for his keen observations of life and society, provides a daily dose of wisdom that resonates with both contemporary and modern audiences. The calendar serves not only as a timekeeper but ...

The 'ARNOLD BENNETT Ultimate Collection' presents a comprehensive anthology of Bennett's works, showcasing his literary craftsmanship through novels, essays, and critiques that reflect the societal transformations of early 20th-century England. Known for his keen observations and vivid characterizations, Bennett employs a realist style that immerses readers in the lives of the working-class in the Potteries, with particular focus on themes of ambition, domesticity, and the complexities of ...

The Collected Works of Arnold Bennett is a comprehensive anthology that encapsulates the breadth of Bennett's literary genius, showcasing his deep engagement with themes of modernity, class struggle, and the intricacies of everyday life in the early 20th century. With a distinctive style that merges realism with a vivid sense of place, particularly in his portrayal of the potteries of Staffordshire, Bennett's prose is marked by a keen psychological insight and an acute social consciousness...

Six has always been a number we group things around – Six of the best, six of one half a dozen of another, six feet under, six pack, six degrees of separation and a sixth sense are but a few of the ways we use this number.Such is its popularity that we thought it is also a very good way of challenging and investigating an author’s work to give width, brevity, humour and depth across six of their very best.In this series we gather together authors whose short stories both ri...

The Complete Works of Arnold Bennett presents a comprehensive anthology of the prolific writer's literary contributions, encapsulating his nuanced portrayals of early 20th-century English life. Bennett's literary style is characterized by a keen observational acuity woven into richly textured narratives that explore themes of industrialism, personal aspiration, and the intricacies of social relationships. With a blend of realism and psychological depth, this collection offers readers a pro...

Not every presence can be seen—and not every mystery can be explained. When ordinary life is disturbed by strange and unsettling events, the line between reality and the supernatural begins to blur. As unexplained encounters, hidden fears, and lingering questions draw the characters into an atmosphere of growing suspense, they must confront mysteries that challenge both reason and belief. In The Ghost, Arnold Bennett combines psychological insight with Gothic atmosphere to create a captiva...

This volume gathers three exemplary works by Arnold Bennett, each illuminating a different facet of his art. Buried Alive is a deft comic satire of identity, celebrity, and social pretension; The Old Wives' Tale is Bennett's broadest realist achievement, tracing the divergent lives of two sisters against the changing textures of provincial and European life; and The Card offers a brisk, ironic portrait of ambition and charm in the Potteries. Together they display Bennett's lucid prose, nar...