D. H. Lawrence: The Complete Novels (The Giants of Literature - Book 11) (eBook)

D. H. Lawrence (Autor)

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2023
4362 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654773322-5 (EAN)

Infos

D. H. Lawrence: The Complete Novels, part of the esteemed Giants of Literature series, presents an exhaustive anthology of Lawrence's narrative masterpieces that interrogate the complexities of human relationships, sexuality, and the individual's quest for authenticity. With a distinctive prose style characterized by vivid imagery and psychological depth, Lawrence's works, such as "Sons and Lovers," "Women in Love," and "Lady Chatterley's Lover," reflect the tumultuous social changes of the early 20th century, infusing his characters with existential dilemmas and a profound sense of place. This compilation not only preserves Lawrence's innovative storytelling but also situates his oeuvre within the broader context of modernism, offering insights into the struggles of modern existence amid a rapidly industrializing world. D. H. Lawrence (1885-1930) emerged from the working-class milieu of Nottinghamshire, England, which deeply influenced his worldview and literary voice. His life experiences, including his fraught relationships and intense personal struggles, often surface in his novels, providing a lens through which he critiques the norms of his time. A passionate advocate for emotional truth and individual freedom, Lawrence often delved into taboo subjects, challenging societal conventions and embracing themes of sexuality, instinct, and spirituality. This comprehensive volume is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the depths of human experience through Lawrence's penetrating insights. It invites readers to engage with the intricate emotional landscapes he created, making it an indispensable addition to the library of any literary enthusiast or scholar of modern literature.

Autor

David Herbert Lawrence, known as D. H. Lawrence (1885–1930), was a profoundly influential English writer whose works traversed various genres, including novels, essays, poetry, and plays. With an extensive oeuvre that reflects his keen psychological insight and an unyielding examination of contemporary moral and material conflicts, Lawrence's literary style is noted for its intense personal vision and a deep sense of engagement with the complexities of human relationships and the natural world. Perhaps best known for his novels, which often explored themes of nature, vitality, and human sexuality, Lawrence pushed against the boundaries of the social mores of his time. His classic works like 'Sons and Lovers', 'The Rainbow', 'Women in Love', and the highly controversial 'Lady Chatterley's Lover' delve into the intricacies of human consciousness and industrial society's impact on the individual. These works often grapple with tensions between the spirit and the flesh, and the individual's quest for authenticity in an increasingly mechanized world. 'D. H. Lawrence: The Complete Novels (The Giants of Literature - Book 11)' encapsulates the rich scope of his narrative skill, putting forth a comprehensive collection of the profound and passionate narratives that marked Lawrence as a singular voice in English literature. Lawrence's literary significance also extends to his vivid travel writing, studies of psychoanalysis, and critical essays, which brought forward his beliefs in spontaneous emotional expression as a route to spiritual fulfillment. A maverick who frequently ran afoul of censorship, Lawrence remains a studied and debated figure within the canon of English literature.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 25.11.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 20th century literary giants • Aldous Huxley • Anne of Green Gables • Arthur Miller • autobiographical • Bridgerton • British Literature Classics • British modernism • Bronte • Charles Dickens • Complete novelist collections • complex human relationships • Controversial literature • dead souls • D. H. Lawrence collection • Diana Gabaldon • Early 20th Century • English romance novels anthology • Eugene Onegin • Existential conflict • Franz Kafka • Goethe • Handmaid’s Tale • Historical Novel • Human emotion exploration • Introspective storytelling • James Joyce • Jane Austen • John Steinbeck • Lawrentian prose works • Literary studies and criticism • Little Women • Modernist fiction authors • Nora Roberts • Oscar Wilde • Pride and Prejudice • Psychological • Psychological novels complete set • psychological realism • religious novel • sexuality and class • Sexuality and identity themes • Sinclair Lewis • sociocultural critique • Spiritual • the song of achilles • Tolkien • Wuthering Heights