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Omschrijving
A powerful and deeply personal novel, Sons and Lovers by D.H. Lawrence is a compelling exploration of family bonds, emotional conflict, and the search for individual identity. Drawing heavily from Lawrence's own life, this modern classic portrays the intimate struggles of a working-class family in early 20th-century England with striking psychological depth and honesty.
The story centers on Paul Morel, a sensitive and intelligent young man growing up in a coal-mining town. His mother, Gertrude Morel, is a refined and ambitious woman whose unhappy marriage to her rough, hard-drinking husband leaves her emotionally unfulfilled. As her relationship with her husband deteriorates, she channels her hopes and affections into her sons, especially Paul, forging a bond that becomes both nurturing and suffocating.
As Paul matures, he seeks independence and romantic fulfillment, yet finds himself torn between his devotion to his mother and his desire for love and autonomy. His relationships with Miriam Leivers, a deeply spiritual and introspective young woman, and Clara Dawes, a passionate and independent figure, reveal his inner turmoil and his struggle to reconcile physical desire with emotional attachment.
Through its intimate portrayal of love, resentment, ambition, and longing, the novel examines themes of class conflict, industrialization, sexuality, and the complex ties between parents and children. Lawrence's vivid descriptions of the English countryside contrast sharply with the harsh realities of mining life, reflecting the tension between beauty and hardship that shapes the characters' lives.
At its heart, Sons and Lovers is a profound study of psychological development and emotional dependence. It challenges conventional ideas about love and loyalty while offering a candid look at the forces that shape identity. Bold, introspective, and emotionally resonant, this enduring work remains one of the most influential novels of the 20th century, capturing the fragile balance between family devotion and personal freedom.
The story centers on Paul Morel, a sensitive and intelligent young man growing up in a coal-mining town. His mother, Gertrude Morel, is a refined and ambitious woman whose unhappy marriage to her rough, hard-drinking husband leaves her emotionally unfulfilled. As her relationship with her husband deteriorates, she channels her hopes and affections into her sons, especially Paul, forging a bond that becomes both nurturing and suffocating.
As Paul matures, he seeks independence and romantic fulfillment, yet finds himself torn between his devotion to his mother and his desire for love and autonomy. His relationships with Miriam Leivers, a deeply spiritual and introspective young woman, and Clara Dawes, a passionate and independent figure, reveal his inner turmoil and his struggle to reconcile physical desire with emotional attachment.
Through its intimate portrayal of love, resentment, ambition, and longing, the novel examines themes of class conflict, industrialization, sexuality, and the complex ties between parents and children. Lawrence's vivid descriptions of the English countryside contrast sharply with the harsh realities of mining life, reflecting the tension between beauty and hardship that shapes the characters' lives.
At its heart, Sons and Lovers is a profound study of psychological development and emotional dependence. It challenges conventional ideas about love and loyalty while offering a candid look at the forces that shape identity. Bold, introspective, and emotionally resonant, this enduring work remains one of the most influential novels of the 20th century, capturing the fragile balance between family devotion and personal freedom.
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- Auteur(s):
- Uitgeverij:
Inhoud
- Aantal bladzijden:
- 553
- Taal:
- Engels
Eigenschappen
- Productcode (EAN):
- 9782473283135
- Verschijningsdatum:
- 13/02/2026
- Uitvoering:
- E-book
- Beveiligd met:
- Digital watermarking
- Formaat:
- ePub
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