Anxiety by D.H. Lawrence (1916)
Anxiety is a collection of short stories by D.H. Lawrence, first published in 1922. The stories explore the psychological and emotional states of the characters, and the ways in which they cope with their anxieties. The stories range from the humorous to the tragic, and explore themes of love, death, and the search for meaning in life. In "The Blind Man," a man is forced to confront his own mortality when he is diagnosed with a terminal illness. In "The Prussian Officer," a soldier is haunted by memories of a traumatic experience during the war. In "The Rocking-Horse Winner," a young boy is driven to desperate measures in order to win his mother's love. The stories in Anxiety are a powerful exploration of the human condition, and the ways in which we cope with our fears and anxieties. Lawrence's writing is vivid and evocative, and his characters are complex and sympathetic. This collection is a must-read for fans of Lawrence's work, and for anyone interested in exploring the depths of the human psyche.
By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1916 · Genre: Psychological Fiction, Drama, Literary Fiction · 68 words
First lines
THE hoar-frost crumbles in the sun,
The crisping steam of a train
Melts in the air, while two black birds
Sweep past the window again.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: D.H. Lawrence
- Date: 1916 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Psychological Fiction, Drama, Literary Fiction, Romance
- Length: 68 words
- Structure: 1 section, 12 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Psychological Fiction — The book focuses on the psychological effects of anxiety and how it affects the protagonist's life.
- Drama — The book follows the protagonist's journey as they struggle with their anxiety and the consequences of their decisions.
- Literary Fiction — The book is written in a literary style, with complex characters and themes.
- Romance — The book contains a romantic subplot between the protagonist and another character.
Tags
mental health · emotions · psychology · fear · stress · existentialism · human experience · inner turmoil · self-reflection · relationships · society · introspection