Overview

Sons and Lovers, published in 1913, is a novel by D. H. Lawrence that examines the complex relationships between a young man, Paul Morel, and the women in his life. As Paul navigates the complexities of desire, identity, and societal expectations, the story delves into the psychological toll of familial influence on personal growth. The novel is semi-autobiographical and reflects Lawrence’s own experiences growing up in a mining town in England while exploring the impact of industrialization on working-class communities. 

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