Arnold Bennett

1867 - 1931

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Biography

Arnold Bennett (1867-1931) was an English novelist, playwright, and critic. He is best known for his novels portraying life in the Potteries, a region in Staffordshire, England. Bennett's works, such as 'The Old Wives' Tale' and 'Clayhanger,' often depicted the struggles and aspirations of the middle class. Apart from his novels, he was a prolific journalist and wrote columns for various newspapers and magazines, commenting on a wide range of social issues.