D.H. Lawrence, an English writer, is known for his novels that delve into human emotions, sexuality, and relationships. His works, including 'Sons and Lovers', 'The Rainbow', and 'Lady Chatterley's Lover', faced censorship but later gained recognition for their contribution to modernist literature. Lawrence's upbringing, relationships, and travels significantly influenced his writing style and thematic concerns.
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Lawrence was born into a working-class family with a coal miner father and a schoolteacher mother
Scholarship to Nottingham High School
Despite his upbringing, Lawrence excelled academically and received a scholarship to a prestigious high school
University College Nottingham
Lawrence attended university to become a teacher, but his passion for writing led him to abandon teaching
Lawrence's mother instilled in him a love for books and education, while his relationships with Jessie Chambers and Louie Burrows influenced his writing
Lawrence's first published work, "Odour of Chrysanthemums," foreshadowed his potential as a writer
The White Peacock
Lawrence's first published novel was inspired by his own experiences and received moderate acclaim
The Trespasser
Lawrence's second novel was based on the personal experiences of his friend and explored themes of love and infidelity
The death of Lawrence's mother had a profound impact on him and influenced his novel "Sons and Lovers," which delved into the complexities of familial and romantic relationships
As Lawrence began to travel, his writing became infused with a rich sensory immediacy
Lawrence's relationship with Frieda Weekley brought new dimensions to his work, particularly in his breakthrough novel "Sons and Lovers."
Lawrence's belief in living in touch with one's instinctual nature was a recurring theme in his work, as seen in novels such as "The Rainbow" and "Women in Love."
Lawrence's novels, such as "Lady Chatterley's Lover," were met with censorship due to their explicit content and exploration of taboo topics
Despite initial censorship, Lawrence's works have since been recognized for their insightful portrayal of the human condition and their contribution to the modernist literary canon
Lawrence's distinctive voice and thematic concerns continue to resonate with readers and scholars, making his works a significant part of literary studies
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D.H. Lawrence birth date and place
Born on September 11, 1885, in Eastwood, Nottinghamshire.
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D.H. Lawrence's parents' professions
Father: coal miner. Mother: schoolteacher.
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D.H. Lawrence's first published work
'Odour of Chrysanthemums' published in 1907 in the English Review.
