Dream-Confused by D.H. Lawrence
DREAM-CONFUSED, by D.H. Lawrence: The novel follows the story of a young woman named Betty who becomes increasingly disillusioned with her mundane life and turns to dreams for escape. Through her dreams, she experiences a world filled with beauty and freedom, but also confronts her own desires and fears. As she navigates this inner world, Betty begins to question the nature of reality and the role of dreams in shaping our perceptions of it.
By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1920 · Genre: Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Modernist Literature · 151 words
First lines
Is that the moon At the window so big and red? No one in the room, No one near the bed -- -- ?
Listen, her shoon Palpitating down the stair? -- Or a beat of wings at the window there?
A moment ago She kissed me warm on the mouth, The very moon in the south Is warm with a bloody glow, The moon from far abysses Signalling those two kisses.
And now the moon Goes slowly out of the west, And slowly back in my breast My kisses are sinking, soon To leave me at rest.
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Dream-Confused is listed on Textopian as a poem by D.H. Lawrence, dated 1920 CE.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: D.H. Lawrence
- Date: 1920 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Modernist Literature, Literary Fiction
- Length: 151 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Fiction — The work of D.H. Lawrence is typically classified as fiction due to its use of characters and narratives that are inventions of the author. The title implies a story or narrative that delves into the dream state or psychological experiences of the characters.
- Psychological Fiction — Given D.H. Lawrence's focus on the internal experiences and mental states of his characters, his work often falls into the category of psychological fiction. The title 'DREAM-CONFUSED' suggests a narrative structure based around inner, psychological experiences, particularly those related to confusion or disorientation in dreams.
- Modernist Literature — D.H. Lawrence is a known modernist author, and his stories often reflect the formal and thematic characteristics of modernist literature, such as non-linear narratives or the exploration of subjective experience.
- Literary Fiction — The work of D.H. Lawrence is known for its artistic prose, depth of characterization, and thematic complexity. Therefore, it can be classified under the category of literary fiction.
Tags
dreams · confusion · identity · psychology · existentialism · relationships · introspection · modernism · symbolism · emotional turmoil · self-discovery · inner conflict