Excursion by D.H. Lawrence (1916)

Name: Excursion
Author: D.H. Lawrence

The novel Excursion, by D.H. Lawrence, is set in the English countryside and follows the story of a young couple, Tom and Lydia, as they explore the beauty of nature and their own relationship. Tom is a young man who has recently returned from the war and is struggling to find his place in the world. Lydia is a young woman who is trying to find her own identity and purpose in life. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and exploration, as they explore the countryside and their own feelings for each other. Along the way, they encounter a variety of characters, including a mysterious old man, a young girl, and a mysterious woman. As they explore the countryside, they come to understand the beauty of nature and the importance of relationships. In the end, they come to understand the importance of love and the power of nature.

By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1916 · Genre: Modernist Literature, Romance, Drama · 246 words

First lines

I WONDER, can the night go by;

Can this shot arrow of travel fly

Shaft-golden with light, sheer into the sky

Of a dawned to-morrow,

What this Textopian page supports

Excursion is listed on Textopian as a short story by D.H. Lawrence, dated 1916 CE.

This source record anchors work identity, reading entry points, and catalog context for checking claims about the work.

Work type: Short story
Author: D.H. Lawrence
Date: 1916 CE
Language: English
Genres: Modernist Literature, Romance, Drama, Psychological Fiction
Length: 246 words
Structure: 1 section, 42 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

Good citation fit

Work identity for Excursion by D.H. Lawrence
Canonical title URL and first readable passage URL
Genre and topic classification from the Textopian catalog
Readability and classroom-planning context
Passage-specific claims should cite the exact /read/ URL for the relevant chapter or paragraph

Discussion starters

What should a reader notice first when entering Excursion?
How does this short story by D.H. Lawrence fit its genre, period, or classroom use?
Where does Modernist Literature first become important in the reading?

Similar titles

Genres

Modernist Literature — D.H. Lawrence is considered a major figure in the Modernist literary movement, and 'Excursion' is a prime example of his modernist writing style, which is characterized by its focus on the inner life of the individual, its use of symbolism, and its exploration of the unconscious.
Romance — The novel follows the story of two couples, and their relationships are a major focus of the plot. The novel also explores themes of love, loss, and longing, which are common in the romance genre.
Drama — The novel is full of dramatic moments and conflicts, as the characters struggle with their relationships and their own inner turmoil. The novel also has a strong sense of tension and suspense, which are common in the drama genre.
Psychological Fiction — The novel is heavily focused on the inner lives of the characters, and explores themes of identity, self-discovery, and the power of the unconscious. These are all common themes in psychological fiction.