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“I wonder which was more frightened among old tribes -- those bursting out of their darkness of woods upon all the space of light, or those from the open tiptoeing into the forests.”

Quote by D. H. Lawrence

Work

Sons and Lovers

This novel delves into the emotional and psychological dynamics of a young man's relationship with his parents, highlighting the challenges of family ties and societal expectations in an industrializing era. more

Author

D. H. Lawrence
D. H. Lawrence

D. H. Lawrence was an English novelist and poet, born on September 11, 1885, and died on March 2, 1930. He is recognized for his distinctive prose style and his exploration of complex human relationships, particularly in the context of modernity and industrialization. His works often deal with themes of love, sex, and the struggle for individuality. more

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