The Grand Babylon Hotel by Arnold Bennett
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 · 83,835 words
First lines
"Yes, sir?"
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Arnold Bennett
- Date: 1902 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Comedy, Social Commentary, Mystery, Historical Fiction
- Length: 83,835 words
- Structure: 30 chapters, 1,905 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The book explores complex characters and social themes within a richly detailed setting.
- Comedy — It incorporates humor and satire, particularly in its portrayal of social interactions and hotel life.
- Social Commentary — The narrative critiques societal norms and class structures of the time.
- Mystery — Elements of intrigue and suspense are woven into the plot, particularly surrounding the events at the hotel.
Tags
Satire · Social Commentary · Comedy of Manners · Realism · English Literature · Edwardian Era · London Setting · Hotel as Metaphor · Class Satire · Upper Class Portrayal · Social Hierarchy · Marriage and Relationships
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