Mrs. Bente (1918)

Mrs. Bente is a novel written by Charles Edward Lawrence and published in 1918. The story revolves around the titular character, Mrs. Bente, a wealthy and influential woman who lives in a small town. She is known for her generosity and kindness, but also for her sharp tongue and quick temper.The plot of the novel centers on the relationships between Mrs. Bente and the people in her life, including her husband, her children, her friends, and her enemies. As the story unfolds, we see how her actions and decisions affect those around her, and how she is forced to confront the consequences of her behavior.Throughout the book, Lawrence explores themes of family, love, loyalty, and forgiveness. He also delves into the complexities of human nature, showing how even the most well-intentioned people can make mistakes and hurt others.Overall, Mrs. Bente is a character-driven novel that offers a nuanced and insightful look at life in a small town in the early 20th century. Lawrence's writing is engaging and vivid, and his characters are well-drawn and memorable. It is a book that will appeal to readers who enjoy stories that explore the complexities of human relationships and emotions.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.