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Lilian is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Bennett, Arnold (1867–1931).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Lilian" by Arnold Bennett is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces the titular character, Lilian Share, a young woman disillusioned with her mundane office job—a typewriting establishment in London's West End. The opening chapters explore Lilian's internal struggles, ambitions, and the societal expectations placed upon her as she navigates the complexities of her life in a world filled with luxury and superficiality. At the start of the novel, Lilian is depicted alone in the typewriting office late at night, feeling a profound sense of ennui and longing for a more glamorous life. Her isolation is disrupted by an incident involving a night-watchman, which throws her into a moment of fear and introspection. As the narrative progresses, we learn about her background—a sheltered childhood and the death of her parents—highlighting her growing resentment toward the world that she feels has abandoned her. The dynamics in the office, particularly with her employers, Felix and Miss Grig, further complicate her desires for independence and love, indicating the themes of ambition and entrapment that will likely unfold throughout the novel.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Lilian
- Author credits: Bennett, Arnold (1867–1931)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- London (England) -- Fiction
- Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
- Women -- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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