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Title: Helen with the High Hand (2nd ed.)

Note: Reading ease score: 83.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

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Summary: "Helen with the High Hand" by Arnold Bennett is a novel written during the early 20th century, reflecting life in the Five Towns of England. The story centers around Mr. James Ollerenshaw, a wealthy yet eccentric bachelor, and his meeting with Helen Rathbone, the daughter of his estranged step-niece, Susan. The narrative captures the contrasts of their lives and the burgeoning relationship between the old man and the young woman as they navigate their unexpected reunion. The opening portion of the novel introduces the local park in Bursley, where Mr. Ollerenshaw is a familiar figure. Observing the park's transformation from a site of neglect to a community hub, he encounters Helen, who confidently approaches him despite her initial apprehension. Their dialogue evokes the complexities of their family history as they reminisce about past grievances and misunderstandings. Helen's spirited nature contrasts sharply with Mr. Ollerenshaw's reserved personality, setting the stage for a rich exploration of character dynamics and social commentary that unfolds throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Bennett, Arnold, 1867-1931

EBook No.: 12779

Published: Jun 29, 2004

Downloads: 80

Language: English

Subject: Staffordshire (England) -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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2024-11-08T18:40:32Z Helen with the High Hand (2nd ed.)

This edition has images.

Title: Helen with the High Hand (2nd ed.)

Note: Reading ease score: 83.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Martin Pettit and PG Distributed
Proofreaders

Summary: "Helen with the High Hand" by Arnold Bennett is a novel written during the early 20th century, reflecting life in the Five Towns of England. The story centers around Mr. James Ollerenshaw, a wealthy yet eccentric bachelor, and his meeting with Helen Rathbone, the daughter of his estranged step-niece, Susan. The narrative captures the contrasts of their lives and the burgeoning relationship between the old man and the young woman as they navigate their unexpected reunion. The opening portion of the novel introduces the local park in Bursley, where Mr. Ollerenshaw is a familiar figure. Observing the park's transformation from a site of neglect to a community hub, he encounters Helen, who confidently approaches him despite her initial apprehension. Their dialogue evokes the complexities of their family history as they reminisce about past grievances and misunderstandings. Helen's spirited nature contrasts sharply with Mr. Ollerenshaw's reserved personality, setting the stage for a rich exploration of character dynamics and social commentary that unfolds throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Bennett, Arnold, 1867-1931

EBook No.: 12779

Published: Jun 29, 2004

Downloads: 80

Language: English

Subject: Staffordshire (England) -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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