Sons and Lovers by D. H. Lawrence

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Author Lawrence, D. H. (David Herbert), 1885-1930
Title Sons and Lovers
Note Reading ease score: 94.5 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits Alan Charles Veeck, Jr. and David Widger
Summary "Sons and Lovers" by D. H. Lawrence is a novel written during the early 20th century, reflecting the complexities of family life and emotional struggles in a working-class setting. The story primarily revolves around the Morel family, focusing on the tumultuous relationship between Mrs. Gertrude Morel and her miner husband, Walter Morel, along with their children, particularly Paul Morel, as they navigate the challenges of love, desire, and socio-economic hardship. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to the environment of the Morel family as they move into "the Bottoms," an area marked by its coal mines and laboring class. Mrs. Morel, burdened with the weight of her husband's alcoholism and irresponsible behavior, struggles to maintain her dignity and that of her children. We see her interactions with her husband, who increasingly becomes a source of disappointment, and her deepening affection for her children, especially as the narrative hints at the emotional bond that will form with Paul. Tension and resentment permeate their lives, suggesting an upcoming battle between her aspirations and the harsh reality of their existence, setting the stage for the intricate dynamics that will unfold throughout the story. (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
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EBook-No. 217
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 22, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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