"Set in the rural Midlands of England, The Rainbow (1915) revolves around three generations of the Brangwens, a strong, vigorous family, deeply involved with the land. When Tom Brangwen marries a Polish widow, Lydia Lensky, and adopts her daughter Anna as his own, he is unprepared for the passion that erupts between them. All are seeking individual fulfillment, but it is Ursula, Anna's spirited daughter, who, in her search for self-knowledge, rejects the traditional role of womanhood." "In his introduction, James Wood discusses Lawrence's writing style and the tensions and themes of The Rainbow. This Penguin edition reproduces the Cambridge text, which provides a text as close as possible to Lawrence's original. It also includes suggested further reading, a fragment of 'The Sisters II' from his first draft, and chronologies of Lawrence's life and of The Rainbow's Brangwen family."--BOOK JACKET.
D.H. Lawrence
D.H. Lawrence was an English writer best known for his novels exploring themes of sexuality, psychology, and social issues. His most notable works include "Sons and Lovers," "Women in Love," and "Lady Chatterley's Lover." Lawrence's literary style is characterized by vivid imagery, lyrical prose, and a deep exploration of human relationships and emotions. He made significant contributions to the development of modernist literature and challenged conventional attitudes towards sex and society. "Lady Chatterley's Lover" is perhaps his most famous work, known for its explicit depiction of sexuality and its controversial themes. Lawrence's impact on literature continues to be felt today, with his works remaining influential and thought-provoking.