Lady Chatterley's lover by D. H. Lawrence

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Author Lawrence, D. H. (David Herbert), 1885-1930
Title Lady Chatterley's lover
Original Publication Garden City, NY: Nelson Doubleday, Inc., 1928.
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Summary "Lady Chatterley's Lover" by D. H. Lawrence is a novel written in the late 1920s. The story focuses on Constance "Connie" Chatterley, who navigates the complexities of her marriage to Sir Clifford Chatterley, a war-injured aristocrat, and the emotional and physical challenges that arise from their relationship. As Connie seeks fulfillment in a life limited by Clifford's paralysis and societal expectations, themes of desire, freedom, and the constraints of class permeate her journey. The opening of the novel introduces us to Constance Chatterley and her husband, Sir Clifford, as they return to Wragby Hall after World War I. Constance struggles with the emotional void created by her husband's paralysis, while Clifford attempts to adapt to his new circumstances. Their contrasting backgrounds and personalities set the stage for tension; Connie longs for connection and vitality that her marriage lacks. Lawrence explores Connie's need for freedom and emotional fulfillment through her inner thoughts and reflections on her past, relationships, and the nature of intimacy, highlighting the societal and personal conflicts she faces in her quest for self-actualization. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Adultery -- Fiction
Subject England -- Fiction
Subject Love stories
Subject Married women -- Fiction
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject Erotic stories
Subject Gamekeepers -- Fiction
Subject Disabled veterans -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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