About this episode
The episode follows Richard Larch, a young man from northern England, as he pursues his dreams in London while balancing his job and literary ambitions.
In Man from the North, Richard Larch, a spirited young man hailing from the north of England, ventures to London with dreams of striking it rich. By day, he diligently serves as a clerk in an office, but his true passion lies in writing. Alongside his literary aspirations, he is on a quest to find the perfect partner. This captivating tale chronicles Richard’s journey as he navigates the challenges of ambition and romance, drawing inspiration from Bennetts own life experiences in his debut novel. (Summary by Simon Evers)
People in this episode
Host: Arnold Bennett
Topics covered
- ambition
- romance
- literary aspirations
- life experiences
- northern England
- London
Keywords
- Richard Larch
- Arnold Bennett
- London
- writing
- ambition
- romance
- debut novel
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