In the whirlwind of modern life, it's easy to feel like we're constantly chasing our tails, never quite catching up. But what if there was a way to live more fully, to make the most of every precious hour? In his classic work, "How to Live on 24 Hours a Day," Arnold Bennett offers a practical and inspiring guide to time management. Drawing on his own experiences and observations, Bennett shows us how to: * Prioritize our tasks * Eliminate distractions * Use our time wisely * Find time for relaxation and enjoyment Bennett's timeless wisdom will help you to reclaim your time and live a more fulfilling life.

In the quaint town of Bursley, amidst the bustling pottery industry, resides Edwin Clayhanger, a young man grappling with the complexities of life. As he navigates the labyrinthine streets and the intricate relationships that bind his family and community, Edwin's path intertwines with that of the enigmatic Darius Clayhanger, his estranged uncle. Darius, a man of wealth and influence, harbors a dark secret that threatens to unravel the fabric of their lives. As Edwin delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding his uncle, he uncovers a web of deceit, betrayal, and the enduring power of the past.

In the heart of London's bustling Five Towns, Riceyman Steps is a humble alleyway that conceals a world of secrets and hidden lives. As the sun sets, casting long shadows across the cobblestones, the inhabitants emerge from their cramped quarters. There's Henry Earlforward, the ambitious young artist struggling to make his mark; Elsie Clayhanger, the beautiful and enigmatic daughter of a wealthy manufacturer; and the enigmatic Riceyman, a mysterious figure who haunts the alleyway's past. As their paths intertwine, a web of love, betrayal, and tragedy unfolds, revealing the hidden depths of human nature and the enduring power of the past.

"Which of us lives on twenty-four hours a day? And when I say 'lives,' I do not mean exists, nor 'muddles through.'" -- Arnold Bennett knew a "rat race" when he saw one. Every day, his fellow white-collar Londoners followed the same old routine. And they routinely decried the sameness in their lives.-- So Bennett set out to explain how to inject new enthusiasm into living. In this delightful little work, he taught his fellow sufferers how to set time apart for improving their lives. Yes, he assured them, it could be done. Yes, if you want to feel connected with the world, instead of endlessly pacing the treadmill (or, "exceeding your programme", as he called it), you must do so.-- For time, as he gleefully notes, is the ultimate democracy. Each of us starts our day with 24 hours to spend. Even a saint gets not a minute more; even the most inveterate time-waster is docked not a second for his wastrel ways. And he can choose today to turn over a new leaf! -- Bennett believed that learning to discern cause and effect in the world would give his readers an endless source of enjoyment and satisfaction. Instead of only being able to discuss what they had heard, they could graduate to what they thought... and lift themselves completely from the deadening influence of a day at the office.

Quatre romans, une saga familiale inoubliable : suivez Edwin Clayhanger de l’adolescence à l’âge mûr, entre ambitions, amours contrariés et secrets de famille dans l’Angleterre victorienne.