Author profile

Arnold Bennett

1867–1931 · England

An English novelist, critic and essayist who wrote practical books about attention, time, reading and the craft of authorship.

Psychology & Personal Growth Language & Communication

Life and context

A short timeline

1867
Born in England.
1914
The Author’s Craft published.
1910
How to Live on 24 Hours a Day published.
1908
The Human Machine published.
1931
End of the author’s recorded life.

Recurring concerns

Themes and style

time
attention
habit
craft

Conversational practical essays sharpened by irony, concrete urban examples and direct challenges to the reader.

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Works by Arnold Bennett

5 works in the Linden collection.

Language & Communication

The Author’s Craft

Arnold Bennett

Language & Communication · B1–B2 · 2 hr

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Psychology & Personal Growth

How to Live on 24 Hours a Day

Arnold Bennett

Psychology & Personal Growth · B1–B2 · 61 min

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Psychology & Personal Growth

The Human Machine

Arnold Bennett

Psychology & Personal Growth · B1–B2 · 2 hr

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Biography & Memoir

Over There: War Scenes on the Western Front

Arnold Bennett

Biography & Memoir · B1–B2 · 3 hr

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Business & Economics

The Grim Smile of the Five Towns

Arnold Bennett

Business & Economics · B1–B2 · 6 hr

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Author FAQ

Where should I start?

Which Arnold Bennett book should I read first?

Explore The Author’s Craft, then compare the lengths and subjects of the available works.

Is the author portrait historical?

This is a Linden original, historically informed editorial portrait—not an archival photograph. It is based on commonly documented appearance and period clothing; reuse status: Linden original artwork.