Hugo: A Fantasia on Modern Themes by Arnold Bennett
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"Hugo: A Fantasia on Modern Themes" by Arnold Bennett is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Hugo, a successful and romantic bachelor who owns a grand department store in London. As he navigates through his lavish life, he finds himself unexpectedly in love for the first time, particularly drawn to a woman named Camilla Payne, who works in his millinery department. The narrative explores themes of
love, ambition, social expectations, and personal identity against the backdrop of a bustling modern world. The beginning of the novel introduces us to Hugo in a luxurious dome-shaped bedroom, showcasing his extravagant lifestyle and unique habits, such as his fondness for tea and music. We see him interact with his young servant, Simon Shawn, and reveal his whimsical desire for a lady’s hat, which sets the tone for his romantic inclinations. As the story unfolds, Hugo encounters various characters, including Senior Polycarp, a lawyer who presents an intriguing business proposal that Hugo quickly dismisses. However, the introduction of Camilla becomes critical, as her beauty and presence disturb his previously controlled existence, hinting at a romantic entanglement that serves as the core conflict of the tale. The opening chapters lay the groundwork for a deeper exploration of Hugo's psyche, his desires, and the potential turmoil that love can bring into even a well-structured life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Bennett, Arnold, 1867-1931 |
|---|---|
| Title | Hugo: A Fantasia on Modern Themes |
| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Melissa Er-Raqabi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 15712 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-15712-2 |
| Release Date | Apr 26, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 561 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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