Arnold Bennett was born in Hanley in 1867. After a spell in journalism, notably as editor of Woman magazine, he dedicated himself to his own works as a novelist, playwright and essayist. He is best known for his novels chronicling life in the Potteries, including Anna of the Five Towns and the Old Wives' Tale.
This is part of the Series: DES01/04 Eileen Deste: The Potteries; within the Collection: DES01 Eileen Deste Collection
© Historic England Archive
Photographer: Deste, Eileen
Early 20th Century Commemorative Monument
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