Most Popular Books by D. H. Lawrence

Sons and Lovers is a 1913 novel by the English writer D. H. Lawrence, originally published by Gerald Duckworth and Company Ltd., London, and Mitchell Kennerley Publishers, New York. While the novel initially received a lukewarm critical reception, along with allegations of obscenity, it is today regarded as a masterpiece by many critics and is often regarded as Lawrence''s finest achievement.

The first scholarly edition of the original Quetzalcoatl, an early version of the novel The Plumed Serpent.

This eBook features the unabridged text of ‘Phoenix: the Posthumous Papers of D. H. Lawrence’ from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of D. H. Lawrence’. Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, while introducing many rare texts for the first time in digital print. The Delphi Classics edition of Lawrence includes original annotations and illustrations relating to the life and works of the author, as well as individual tables of contents, allowing you to navigate eBooks quickly and easily. eBook features: * The complete unabridged text of ‘Phoenix: the Posthumous Papers of D. H. Lawrence’ * Beautifully illustrated with images related to Lawrence’s works * Individual contents table, allowing easy navigation around the eBook * Excellent formatting of the textPlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to learn more about our wide range of titles

The Trespasser is the second novel written by D. H. Lawrence, published in 1912. Originally it was entitled the Saga of Siegmund and drew upon the experiences of a friend of Lawrence, Helen Corke, and her adulterous relationship with a married man that ended with his suicide. Lawrence worked from Corke''s diary, with her permission, but also urged her to publish; which she did in 1933 as Neutral Ground. Corke later wrote several biographical works on Lawrence. David Herbert Richards Lawrence (11 September 1885 - 2 March 1930) was an English novelist, poet, playwright, essayist, literary critic and painter who published as D. H. Lawrence. His collected works, among other things, represent an extended reflection upon the dehumanising effects of modernity and industrialisation. In them, some of the issues Lawrence explores are emotional health, vitality, spontaneity and instinct. Lawrence''s opinions earned him many enemies and he endured official persecution, censorship, and misrepresentation of his creative work throughout the second half of his life, much of which he spent in a voluntary exile which he called his "savage pilgrimage".At the time of his death, his public reputation was that of a pornographer who had wasted his considerable talents. E. M. Forster, in an obituary notice, challenged this widely held view, describing him as, "The greatest imaginative novelist of our generation."Later, the influential Cambridge critic F. R. Leavis championed both his artistic integrity and his moral seriousness, placing much of Lawrence''s fiction within the canonical "great tradition" of the English novel. The fourth child of Arthur John Lawrence, a barely literate miner at Brinsley Colliery, and Lydia, a former pupil teacher who, owing to her family''s financial difficulties, had to do manual work in a lace factory, Lawrence spent his formative years in the coal mining town of Eastwood, Nottinghamshire. The house in which he was born, in Eastwood, 8a Victoria Street, is now the D. H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum. His working-class background and the tensions between his parents provided the raw material for a number of his early works. Lawrence would return to this locality and often wrote about nearby Underwood, calling it; "the country of my heart," as a setting for much of his fiction. Despite common misconception he is not related to T.E. Lawrence. The young Lawrence attended Beauvale Board School (now renamed Greasley Beauvale D. H. Lawrence Primary School in his honour) from 1891 until 1898, becoming the first local pupil to win a County Council scholarship to Nottingham High School in nearby Nottingham. He left in 1901, working for three months as a junior clerk at Haywood''s surgical appliances factory, but a severe bout of pneumonia ended this career. During his convalescence he often visited Hagg''s Farm, the home of the Chambers family, and began a friendship with Jessie Chambers.

Constance Chatterley feels trapped in her marriage to Sir Clifford. He is paralyzed from the waist down, a war injury from World War I, and therefore unable to fulfill the marital duties, both physically and emotionally. He therefore encourages his wife to have an affair with a man from the same social class as them, but Constance is instead interested in Mellors, the new gamekeeper. With its exploration of sexuality and class, Lady Chatterley’s Lover [1929] is one of the most controversial novels in English literature. D. H. LAWRENCE [1885-1930] was one of the greatest English writers of the 20th century. Lawrence''s depictions of erotica and sexuality led to several of his novels being banned and censored. He lived in self-imposed exile for four years due to the reception of his novels.

In "Etruscan Places," D. H. Lawrence embarks on a profound journey through Italy''s ancient Etruscan landscapes, art, and culture, juxtaposing his introspective prose with vivid descriptions that evoke both the physical and spiritual essence of the locations. The text showcases Lawrence''s characteristic lyrical style, blending travelogue, philosophy, and a deep appreciation for the natural world, as he reflects on the relationship between humanity and its environment. Written during the early 20th century, against a backdrop of burgeoning modernism and a retreat from industrialization, the book serves as both a personal pilgrimage and a critique of contemporary society''s disconnection from its roots. D.H. Lawrence, an English novelist and poet, was deeply influenced by his own life experiences, including his tumultuous relationships and fascination with the primal aspects of human existence. His travels through Europe, particularly in Italy, offered him an escape from the constraints of English society and provided fertile ground for his explorations of art, culture, and identity. Lawrence''s deep engagement with the Etruscan civilization reflects his broader quest for authentic experience amid modern malaise. "Etruscan Places" is a compelling exploration for readers invested in the intersections of art, history, and personal identity. As Lawrence captures the essence of the Etruscan spirit, he invites readers to contemplate the enduring connections between past and present, making this book a rewarding read for both admirers of literary travel writing and those seeking to understand the intricacies of cultural legacy.

Women in Love is widely regarded as D. H. Lawrence''s greatest novel. The novel continues where The Rainbow left off with the third generation of Brangwens: Ursula Brangwen, now a teacher at Beldover, a mining town in the Midlands, and her sister Gudrun, who has returned from art school in London. The focus of the novel is primarily on their relationships, Ursula''s with Rupert Birkin, a school inspector, though he gives that up, and Gudrun''s with Gerald Crich, an industrialist, and later with a sculptor, Loerke.

In Aaron''s Rod, literary master D.H. Lawrence spins an engaging picaresque tale of the talented English amateur flutist Aaron Sisson and his travels. Aaron escapes a life of drudgery and a loveless marriage and journeys to Italy, crossing paths with a writer who many critics regard as an autobiographical stand-in for Lawrence himself along the way.

Each story in Love Among the Haystacks appears in a new, authoritative text.

The Widowing of Mrs. Holroyd: A Drama in Three Acts by D. H. Lawrence: This gripping drama by D. H. Lawrence delves into the complex relationships and emotional turmoil within a working-class family. Set in a coal-mining community in England, it explores themes of love, desire, and the harsh realities of life in a mining town during the early 20th century. Key Aspects of the Book "The Widowing of Mrs. Holroyd: A Drama in Three Acts": Family Dynamics: Lawrence examines the dynamics of the Holroyd family, portraying the tensions and conflicts that arise among its members. Social Realism: The play offers a realistic depiction of the working-class life and the challenges faced by those in a mining community. Human Emotions: It delves deep into human emotions, including love, passion, and resentment, providing a rich exploration of the characters'' inner lives. D. H. Lawrence was a British novelist, poet, and playwright, born in 1885. He is best known for his works exploring the complexities of human relationships and sexuality. Lawrence''s writing often challenged societal norms and delved into the depths of human psychology. "The Widowing of Mrs. Holroyd" is one of his notable dramatic works, showcasing his talent for portraying the human condition with depth and insight.

This eBook features the unabridged text of ‘Aaron’s Rod’ from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of D. H. Lawrence’. Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, while introducing many rare texts for the first time in digital print. The Delphi Classics edition of Lawrence includes original annotations and illustrations relating to the life and works of the author, as well as individual tables of contents, allowing you to navigate eBooks quickly and easily. eBook features: * The complete unabridged text of ‘Aaron’s Rod’ * Beautifully illustrated with images related to Lawrence’s works * Individual contents table, allowing easy navigation around the eBook * Excellent formatting of the textPlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to learn more about our wide range of titles

This eBook features the unabridged text of ‘The Captain’s Doll’ from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of D. H. Lawrence’. Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, while introducing many rare texts for the first time in digital print. The Delphi Classics edition of Lawrence includes original annotations and illustrations relating to the life and works of the author, as well as individual tables of contents, allowing you to navigate eBooks quickly and easily. eBook features: * The complete unabridged text of ‘The Captain’s Doll’ * Beautifully illustrated with images related to Lawrence’s works * Individual contents table, allowing easy navigation around the eBook * Excellent formatting of the textPlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to learn more about our wide range of titles

This eBook features the unabridged text of ‘St. Mawr’ from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of D. H. Lawrence’. Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, while introducing many rare texts for the first time in digital print. The Delphi Classics edition of Lawrence includes original annotations and illustrations relating to the life and works of the author, as well as individual tables of contents, allowing you to navigate eBooks quickly and easily. eBook features: * The complete unabridged text of ‘St. Mawr’ * Beautifully illustrated with images related to Lawrence’s works * Individual contents table, allowing easy navigation around the eBook * Excellent formatting of the textPlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to learn more about our wide range of titles

"Pride and Prejudice" is an 1813 romantic novel by Jane Austen. It charts the emotional development of protagonist Elizabeth Bennet, who learns the error of making hasty judgments and comes to appreciate the difference between the superficial and the essential. The comedy of the writing lies in the depiction of manners, education, marriage, and money during the British Regency period."Lady Chatterley''s Lover" (1928) by D. H. Lawrence English author, poet, playwright, essayist and literary critic. His collected works represent an extended reflection upon the dehumanizing effects of modernity and industrialization. In them, Lawrence confronts issues relating to emotional health and vitality, spontaneity, human sexuality and instinct.About the Series: LOVE by Great Masters in LiteratureVOLUME 1. Symposium by Plato / The Loves (Amores) & The Art of Love (Ars Amatoria) by Ovid (Illustrated by Jean De Bosschere)VOLUME 2. The Romance of Tristan & Iseult by Joseph Bédier / The Tragedy of Romeo & Juliet by William Shakespeare (Illustrated by John Gilbert)VOLUME 3. Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen (Illustrated) / Lady Chatterley''s Lover by D. H. (David Herbert) LawrenceVOLUME 4. Brontë Sisters: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë (Illustrated by Frederick Henry Townsend & Annotated)) / Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë.VOLUME 5. The Lily of the Valley (Le Lys dans la vallée) by Honoré de Balzac / The Charterhouse of Parma (La Chartreuse de Parme) by Stendhal / Sentimental Education (L''Éducation sentimentale, 1869) - Vol.1 & 2 - Illustrated. By Gustave Flaubert.VOLUME.6. A Pair of Blue Eyes (Illustrated by James Abbott Pasquier) & Far from the Madding Crowd (Illustrated by Helen Paterson Allingham) by Thomas Hardy.VOLUME 7. Aphrodite: Ancient Manners (Illustrated by Ed Zier) & The Songs of Bilitis (Illustrated by Willy Pogany) by Pierre LouÿsVOLUME 8. The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana (With annotated illustrations).

D. H. Lawrence''s controversial novel, ''Lady Chatterley''s Lover (The Uncensored Edition),'' explores themes of class struggle, sexual awakening, and individual freedom in the context of early 20th-century England. The novel''s frank depiction of sexuality and language caused a scandal upon its initial publication, eventually leading to obscenity trials. Lawrence''s lyrical prose delves deep into the emotional lives of the characters, allowing readers to empathize with their struggles and desires. The novel serves as a landmark work of modernist literature, challenging societal norms and conventions with its bold portrayal of love and human connection.

This eBook features the unabridged text of ‘The Lost Girl’ from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of D. H. Lawrence’. Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, while introducing many rare texts for the first time in digital print. The Delphi Classics edition of Lawrence includes original annotations and illustrations relating to the life and works of the author, as well as individual tables of contents, allowing you to navigate eBooks quickly and easily. eBook features: * The complete unabridged text of ‘The Lost Girl’ * Beautifully illustrated with images related to Lawrence’s works * Individual contents table, allowing easy navigation around the eBook * Excellent formatting of the textPlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to learn more about our wide range of titles

This eBook features the unabridged text of ‘The Plumed Serpent’ from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of D. H. Lawrence’. Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, while introducing many rare texts for the first time in digital print. The Delphi Classics edition of Lawrence includes original annotations and illustrations relating to the life and works of the author, as well as individual tables of contents, allowing you to navigate eBooks quickly and easily. eBook features: * The complete unabridged text of ‘The Plumed Serpent’ * Beautifully illustrated with images related to Lawrence’s works * Individual contents table, allowing easy navigation around the eBook * Excellent formatting of the textPlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to learn more about our wide range of titles

»The Rocking-Horse Winner« is a short story by D. H. Lawrence, originally published in 1926. D. H. LAWRENCE [1885-1930] was one of the greatest English writers of the 20th century. Lawrence''s depictions of erotica and sexuality led to several of his novels being banned and censored. He lived in self-imposed exile for four years due to the reception of his novels.

Seven essays D. H. Lawrence wrote after visiting Etruscan cities in central Italy.

Lady Chatterley''s Lover is a novel by D. H. Lawrence, first published privately in 1928 in Italy, and in 1929 in France and Australia. An unexpurgated edition was not published openly in the United Kingdom until 1960, when it was the subject of a watershed obscenity trial against the publisher Penguin Books. Penguin won the case, and quickly sold 3 million copies. The book soon became notorious for its story of the physical (and emotional) relationship between a working class man and an upper class woman, its explicit descriptions of sex, and its use of then-unprintable words.The story is said to have originated from events in Lawrence''s own unhappy domestic life, and he took inspiration for the settings of the book from Eastwood, Nottinghamshire, where he grew up. According to some critics, the fling of Lady Ottoline Morrell with "Tiger", a young stonemason who came to carve plinths for her garden statues, also influenced the story. Lawrence at one time considered calling the novel Tenderness and made significant alterations to the text and story in the process of its composition. It has been published in three versions.

The Lost Girl by D. H. Lawrence by D. H. Lawrence.Booksize: 6 x 9

Lady Chatterley''s Lover is a novel by English author D. H. Lawrence, first published privately in 1928 in Italy, and in 1929 in France. An unexpurgated edition was not published openly in the United Kingdom until 1960, when it was the subject of a watershed obscenity trial against the publisher Penguin Books. Penguin won the case, and quickly sold 3 million copies. The book was also banned for obscenity in the United States (1929-59), Canada, Australia, India, and Japan. The book soon became notorious for its story of the physical (and emotional) relationship between a working class man and an upper class woman, its explicit descriptions of sex, and its use of then-unprintable (four-letter) words.The story is said to have originated from certain events in Lawrence''s own unhappy domestic life, and he took inspiration for the settings of the book from the county of Nottinghamshire, where he grew up. According to some critics, the fling of Lady Ottoline Morrell with "Tiger", a young stonemason who came to carve plinths for her garden statues, also influenced the story. Lawrence at one time considered calling the novel "Tenderness", and made significant alterations to the text and story in the process of its composition.

The Rainbow is a novel by British author D. H. Lawrence, first published in 1915. It follows three generations of the Brangwen family living in Nottinghamshire, particularly focusing on the individual''s struggle to growth and fulfilment within the confining strictures of English social life.

Lady Chatterley''s Lover is a novel by English author D. H. Lawrence, first published privately in 1928 in Italy and in 1929 in France. An unexpurgated edition was not published openly in the United Kingdom until 1960, when it was the subject of a watershed obscenity trial against the publisher Penguin Books. Penguin won the case and quickly sold three million copies. The book was also banned for obscenity in the United States, Canada, Australia, India, and Japan. The book soon became notorious for its story of the physical (and emotional) relationship between a working-class man and an upper-class woman, its explicit descriptions of sex, and its use of then-unprintable four-letter words.

Lady Chatterley''s Lover is a novel by D. H. Lawrence written in 1928. Printed privately in Florence in 1928, it was not printed in the United Kingdom until 1960 (other than in an underground edition issued by Inky Stephensen''s Mandrake Press in 1929). Lawrence considered calling this book Tenderness at one time and made significant alterations to the original manuscript in order to make it palatable to readers. It has been published in three different versions. The publication of the book caused a scandal due to its explicit sex scenes, including previously banned four-letter words, and perhaps because the lovers were a working-class male and an aristocratic female. The story is said to have originated from events in Lawrence''s own unhappy domestic life, and he took inspiration for the settings of the book from Ilkeston in Derbyshire where he lived for a while. According to some critics the fling of Lady Ottoline Morrell with "Tiger", a young stonemason who came to carve plinths for her garden statues, also influenced the story.