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Lawrence, D. H. (David Herbert)
1885
1930
Lawrence, D.H.
Lawrence, David Herbert
Davison, Lawrence H. (Lawrence Herbert)
Women in Love
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Women_in_Love
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"Woman in Love" by D. H. Lawrence is a novel written in the early 20th century, specifically during the early modernist period. The story revolves around the Brangwen sisters, Ursula and Gudrun, as they navigate their lives, relationships, and the societal expectations of marriage and femininity. The narrative delves into their contrasting views on love, desire, and the nature of existence, providing an intimate exploration of the challenges faced by women seeking independence in a patriarchal world. The opening of "Women in Love" introduces us to the two sisters in quiet reflection as they engage in conversation about marriage and the pressures that come with it. Ursula's calm demeanor contrasts with Gudrun's more passionate and practical concerns, leading to a dialogue that touches on their personal desires and ambivalence towards traditional roles. Through their exchange, we observe their fears and yearnings, as they grapple with the suffocating expectations of their environment. The sisters' walk through their mundane surroundings reveals a stark juxtaposition between their inner lives and the gritty realities of their working-class background, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of their identities and relationships in a rapidly evolving society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 84.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Coal mines and mining -- Fiction
Psychological fiction
Love stories
Sisters -- Fiction
Male friendship -- Fiction
Women -- England -- Fiction
Midlands (England) -- Fiction
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