D.H. Lawrence

Author: F. R. Leavis
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Publish Date: 2003-07-01
Features: This book is part of the "Cambridge Guides to Literature" series, compiling the latest research on D. H. Lawrence's literary works by Western scholars. The book consists of two parts, featuring 14 articles written by renowned scholars from countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Australia, and others.
Part 1 includes 8 essays that delve deeply into the themes, forms, techniques, and styles of Lawrence's major novels, such as Sons and Lovers, The Rainbow, Women in Love, and Lady Chatterley's Lover, while also providing comprehensive and systematic reviews of his short stories, poetry, and plays.
Part 2 features 6 essays that explore various aspects of Lawrence, including his life, his relationship with Modernism, the gender issues and psychological portrayals in his works, as well as his influence on Western Modernist literature. These articles are rigorous in theory, clear in perspective, and insightful in analysis.
Drawing on their respective research interests and academic backgrounds, the authors reflect the fundamental trends of contemporary Lawrence studies, offering readers a panoramic foundation for understanding this writer. The book is rich in materials, detailed in content, and well-indexed, making it an ideal guide for readers.