Publisher's Synopsis
The City of Pleasure: A Fantasia on Modern Themes, written by Arnold Bennett and published in 1907, is a novel that explores the themes of modernity, pleasure, and the city. Set in London, the novel follows the lives of a group of characters who are all seeking pleasure in the city. The main character, Denry Machin, is a young man who is determined to succeed in life and become wealthy. He uses his wit and charm to climb the social ladder and eventually becomes a successful businessman. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, including the wealthy and powerful Sir John Pilgrim, the beautiful actress Nellie Cotterill, and the enigmatic Madame Plessy. As the novel progresses, Denry becomes increasingly disillusioned with the pursuit of pleasure and begins to question the values of modern society. He realizes that true happiness cannot be found in material possessions or social status, but rather in meaningful relationships and a sense of purpose. The City of Pleasure is a complex and thought-provoking novel that explores the themes of wealth, power, and happiness in modern society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the social and cultural history of the early 20th century.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.
