Bibbles (Animals) by D.H. Lawrence
BIBBLES (ANIMALS) by D.H. Lawrence: A novel that explores the themes of sexuality, desire, and the struggle for individual freedom in a society that seeks to suppress these impulses. The story follows the lives of several characters, including a young woman named Ursula who is trapped in a loveless marriage and a man named Arthur who is struggling with his own desires. Through their experiences, Lawrence critiques the societal norms of his time and challenges the idea that sexuality must be repressed in order to maintain social order.
By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1926 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Poetry, Nature Writing · 2,023 words
First lines
Bibbles / Little black dog in New Mexico, / Little black snub-nosed bitch with a shoved-out jaw / And a wrinkled reproachful look; / Little black female pup, sort of French bull, they say, / With bits of brindle coming through, like rust, to show you're not pure; / Not pure, Bibbles, / Bubsey, bat-eared dog; / Not black enough!
First live thing I've "owned" since the lop-eared rabbits when I was a lad, / And those over-prolific white mice, and Adolf, and Rex whom I didn't own. / And even now, Bibbles, little Ma'am, it's you who appropriated me, not I you. / As Benjamin Franklin appropriated Providence to his purposes.
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Bibbles (Animals) is listed on Textopian as a short story by D.H. Lawrence, dated 1926 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: D.H. Lawrence
- Date: 1926 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Poetry, Nature Writing, Philosophical Fiction, Humor
- Length: 2,023 words
- Structure: 1 section, 35 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The work explores complex themes of love, ownership, and the human-animal relationship through rich, introspective prose.
- Poetry — The writing style employs rhythmic and lyrical elements, resembling poetry in its emotional depth and imagery.
- Nature Writing — The text vividly describes the natural behaviors and characteristics of the dog, reflecting on the broader themes of nature and existence.
- Philosophical Fiction — The narrative delves into philosophical questions about love, identity, and the nature of relationships.
Tags
animals · nature · literature · poetry · symbolism · human-animal relationship · imagination · childhood · innocence · wildlife · environment · philosophy