Sons and Lovers by D. H. Lawrence
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| Author | Lawrence, D. H. (David Herbert), 1885-1930 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Macy, John Albert, 1877-1932 |
| Title | Sons and Lovers |
| Note | Reading ease score: 94.5 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Sons and Lovers" by D. H. Lawrence is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the complex dynamics of family relationships, focusing on the life of Paul Morel and his troubled bond with his mother, Mrs. Morel, against the backdrop of the working-class mining community in Bestwood. Themes of love, class struggle, and emotional conflict unfold through Paul's experiences as he navigates his attachments to his mother and his romantic relationships. The opening of "Sons and Lovers" introduces the living conditions and background of the Morel family, particularly highlighting Mrs. Morel's struggles with her husband, Walter Morel, a miner who is increasingly neglectful and indulgent in alcohol. The narrative immediately sets up the tension in their marriage, as Mrs. Morel reflects on her dissatisfaction and her dedication to her children, William and Annie. As she navigates her disillusionment with life, the reader gets a glimpse of her enduring love for her children, especially the newly born Paul, foreshadowing the novel's exploration of maternal and familial bonds. The stage is set for an intimate and poignant examination of love and sacrifice within the working-class family structure. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Autobiographical fiction |
| Subject | England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Domestic fiction |
| Subject | Bildungsromans |
| Subject | Young men -- Fiction |
| Subject | Working class families -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47634 |
| Release Date | Dec 11, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 217 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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