Awake is a collection of poems by D.H. Lawrence, published in 1929. The poems explore themes of love, death, and the human condition. Lawrence's writing is often described as lyrical and passionate, and his poems in this collection are no exception. The collection is divided into three sections: "The Human Condition," "Love," and "Death." In the first section, Lawrence explores the human experience, from the joys of life to the sorrows of death. He also examines the relationship between man and nature, and the power of the human spirit. In the second section, Lawrence focuses on love, both romantic and platonic. He examines the power of love to bring joy and sorrow, and the importance of understanding and accepting love in all its forms. The third section is devoted to death. Lawrence examines the inevitability of death, and the ways in which it can bring both pain and peace. He also explores the idea of life after death, and the possibility of a spiritual afterlife. Awake is a powerful and moving collection of poems that will leave readers with a greater understanding of the human experience.
By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1918 · Genre: Modernist Literature, Romance, Fiction