| Author |
Lawrence, D. H. (David Herbert), 1885-1930 |
| Title |
England, My England
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 85.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Contents |
England, my England -- Tickets, please -- The blind man -- Monkey nuts -- Wintry peacock -- You touched me -- Samson and Delilah -- The primrose path -- The horse dealer's daughter -- Fanny and Annie.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"England, My England" by D. H. Lawrence is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The stories explore themes of identity, love, and social dynamics, often set against the backdrop of rural and industrial England. The opening tale, which shares the same title as the collection, introduces the characters Egbert and Winifred, who inhabit a beautiful yet challenging world that reflects their internal struggles and desires. At the start of "England, My England," the narrative paints a vivid portrait of Egbert, who is preoccupied with the task of landscaping their home in the countryside. He grapples with feelings of disillusionment and the clash between his artistic aspirations and the dull realities of life. As he works under the scrutiny of his beautiful wife Winifred, their relationship dynamics begin to surface—revealing a tension between Egbert's longing for a simple, meaningful existence and Winifred's growing sense of duty as a mother and wife. Their idyllic cottage represents the conflicts within themselves and their aspirations, as the couple navigates the complexities of romance, responsibility, and the pull of a changing world. This absorbing introduction sets the tone for a deeper exploration of the characters and their struggles throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Short stories, English
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| Subject |
England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
8914 |
| Release Date |
Sep 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Sep 17, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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