Women in Love (eBook)

Exploring Love, Desire, and Gender Dynamics in Post-WWI England

D. H. Lawrence (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
457 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766417374-4 (EAN)

Infos

D. H. Lawrence'Äôs "Women in Love" is a profound exploration of love, sexuality, and the intricacies of human relationships in early 20th-century England. Through the intertwined lives of two sisters, Ursula and Gudrun Brangwen, and their intimate relationships with two men, Lawrence delves into themes of psychological conflict and societal constraints. The narrative is characterized by its modernist style, employing lush, evocative prose that captures the inner emotional landscapes of its characters while reflecting the existential struggles of the post-Victorian era. The novel marks a significant shift in literary context, moving away from the constraints of Victorian morality towards a more candid examination of desire and individuality. D. H. Lawrence, born in 1885 in the industrial Midlands of England, grew up immersed in a world marked by the tensions of class and gender. His own experiences of love and conflict, combined with a rebellion against the restrictive societal norms of his time, informed his writing. Lawrence's deep commitment to exploring the psychological dimensions of human relationships is evident in "Women in Love," where he articulates his philosophy concerning the nature of love as an essential, yet often painful, force. Readers seeking a rich, analytical portrayal of love's complexities will find "Women in Love" to be an indelible addition to their literary canon. Lawrence's masterful weaving of character development and thematic exploration not only makes this novel a critical piece of modernist literature but also invites readers to reflect on the universality of love's struggles. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the evolution of modern thought on relationships and individuality.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 20.11.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
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• Schlagworte: 20th century fiction • British Literature • Coal mines and mining • Controversial literary masterpiece • D. H. Lawrence • England • English literature • Feminist literature • Fiction • Gender dynamics exploration • human desire themes • Intense emotional experiences • literary classic • Literary symbolism • Love Stories • Lyrical Prose Style • Male friendship • Midlands • Modernist Novel • Modernist relationship drama • post-World War I England • psychological character exploration • psychological fiction • relationships in literature • romantic relationships in literature • Sisterly bond narrative • Sisters • societal expectation critique • Women • Women Writers