The Grand Babylon Hotel
The story revolves around a young man who inherits a large sum of money and decides to travel the world. He arrives at the Grand Babylon Hotel in Paris, where he meets various characters, including a beautiful woman and a mysterious stranger. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that the hotel is a hub for international intrigue and deception. The young man becomes embroiled in a complex web of relationships and events, which ultimately lead to a dramatic confrontation. Throughout the novel, Bennett explores themes of love, greed, and social class, using the hotel as a microcosm for the larger society.
By Arnold Bennett · First published 1902 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Comedy, Social Commentary · 30 chapters
Contents
- The Millionaire and the Waiter
- How Mr. Racksole Obtained his Dinner
- At Three a. M
- Entrance of the Prince
- What Occurred to Reginald Dimmock
- In the Gold Room
- Nella and the Prince
- Arrival and Departure of the Baroness
- Two Women and the Revolver
- At Sea
- The Court Pawnbroker
- Rocco and Room no. 111
- In the State Bedroom
- Rocco Answers some Questions
- End of the Yacht Adventure
- The Woman with the Red Hat
- The Release of Prince Eugen
- In the Nighttime
- Royalty at the Grand Babylon
- Mr. Sampson Levi Bids Prince Eugen Good Morning
- The Return of Félix Babylon
- In the Wine Cellars of the Grand Babylon
- Further Events in the Cellar
- The Bottle of Wine
- The Steam Launch
- The Night Chase and the Mudlark
- The Confession of Mr. Tom Jackson
- The State Bedroom once More
- Theodore is Called to the Rescue
- Conclusion