Teresa of Watling Street: A Fantasia on Modern Themes Part 1

The first part follows Teresa as she navigates the bustling financial district of Watling Street, capturing the contrast between material ambition and inner emptiness. In “The Bank” and “The Circus,” Bennett paints a vivid picture of modern London—glittering yet restless. “Chink of Coins” and “Mr. Puddephatt” reveal the seductive yet corrosive power of money, while “Fire” marks a turning point of peril and introspection. Through “The Desire for Silver” and “Nolan,” obsession with wealth begins to distort relationships and moral boundaries. By “The Peer’s Advice” and “A Visit,” Teresa’s growing self-awareness introduces a critique of greed and the illusion of success in modern life.