Bad Beginning is a novel by D.H. Lawrence, first published in 1929. It tells the story of a young man, John, who is struggling to make his way in the world. He is a dreamer, but his dreams are constantly thwarted by the harsh realities of life. He is forced to take a job in a factory, and his life quickly spirals out of control. He is drawn into a world of crime and violence, and his relationships with the people around him become strained. He is eventually forced to confront his own inner demons, and he must decide whether to continue down the path of destruction or to find a way to make something of himself. The novel is a powerful exploration of the human condition, and the choices we make in life.
By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1917 · Genre: Drama, Realism, Fiction