About this book
"e;The White Peacock"e; by D.H. Lawrence is a novel that explores themes of love, relationships, and the search for identity in the English countryside of the late 19th century. The story follows the lives of two sisters, Lettie and Laura, and their cousin George, who is in love with Laura. George is a sensitive and artistic young man, but he is plagued by a sense of insecurity and self-doubt. He becomes enamored with Laura, who is beautiful and charming but also selfish and manipulative. Meanwhile, Lettie, who is plain and unassuming, secretly harbors feelings for George. Lawrence's vivid descriptions of the English countryside and his keen psychological insights into the characters make "e;The White Peacock"e; a compelling and thought-provoking read. The novel offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and social milieu of England at the turn of the 20th century, as well as a deeply moving exploration of the human heart and its desires.
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Table of contents
- PART ONE
- Chapter I - THE PEOPLE OF NETHERMERE
- Chapter II - DANGLING THE APPLE
- Chapter III - A VENDOR OF VISIONS
- Chapter IV - THE FATHER
- Chapter V - THE SCENT OF BLOOD
- Chapter VI - THE EDUCATION OF GEORGE
- Chapter VII - LETTIE PULLS DOWN THE SMALL GOLD GRAPES
- Chapter VIII - THE RIOT OF CHRISTMAS
- Chapter IX - LETTIE COMES OF AGE
- PART TWO
- Chapter I - STRANGE BLOSSOMS AND STRANGE NEW BUDDING
- Chapter II - A SHADOW IN SPRING
- Chapter III - THE IRONY OF INSPIRED MOMENTS
- Chapter IV - KISS WHEN SHE’S RIPE FOR TEARS
- Chapter V - AN ARROW FROM THE IMPATIENT GOD
- Chapter VI - THE COURTING
- Chapter VII - THE FASCINATION OF THE FORBIDDEN APPLE
- Chapter VIII - A POEM OF FRIENDSHIP
- Chapter IX - PASTORALS AND PEONIES
- PART THREE
- CHAPTER I - A NEW START IN LIFE
- Chapter II - PUFFS OF WIND IN THE SAIL
- Chapter III - THE FIRST PAGES OF SEVERAL ROMANCES
- Chapter IV - DOMESTIC LIFE AT THE RAM
- Chapter V - THE DOMINANT MOTIF OF SUFFERING
- Chapter VI - PISGAH
- Chapter VII - THE SCARP SLOPE
- Chapter VIII - A PROSPECT AMONG THE MARSHES OF LETHE
