Hilda Lessways is a novel written by Arnold Bennett, originally published in 1911. The book follows the life of Hilda Lessways, a young woman living in the British Midlands during the late 19th century. Hilda is a strong-willed and independent character, determined to make her own way in the world despite the limitations placed upon her by society.As the story unfolds, Hilda navigates the challenges of growing up, finding work, and falling in love. She experiences both triumphs and setbacks, but always maintains her fierce sense of self and her determination to succeed. Along the way, she encounters a colorful cast of characters, including her family, her friends, and various romantic interests.Bennett's writing is known for its vivid descriptions of everyday life, and Hilda Lessways is no exception. The book offers a detailed portrait of the social and economic conditions of the time, as well as the struggles and aspirations of ordinary people. Through Hilda's story, Bennett explores themes of identity, ambition, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world.Overall, Hilda Lessways is a compelling and insightful novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of working-class women in turn-of-the-century England.He turned to the left, toward the High Street and the great cleared space out of which the cellarage of the new Town Hall had already been scooped. He carried his thick gloves in his white and elegant hand, as one who did not feel the frost. She stepped after him. Their breaths whitened the keen air. She was extremely afraid, and considered herself an abject coward, but she was determined to the point of desperation. He ought to know the truth and he ought to know it at once: nothing else mattered. She reflected in her terror: ""If I don't begin right off, he will be asking me to begin, and that will be worse than ever.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.