Listening by D.H. Lawrence (1916)
Listening is a collection of poems by D.H. Lawrence, published in 1931. The poems explore themes of love, death, and the human experience. Lawrence's work is often seen as a reflection of his own life and experiences, and this collection is no exception. The collection is divided into three sections: "Love," "Death," and "The Human Experience." In the first section, Lawrence explores the joys and sorrows of love, from the joy of a new relationship to the pain of a broken heart. In the second section, he examines death and its effects on the living. The third section looks at the human experience, from the beauty of nature to the struggles of everyday life. Throughout the collection, Lawrence's use of language is vivid and evocative. His poems are often filled with imagery and emotion, and his words paint a vivid picture of the world he sees. Listening is a powerful collection of poems that will leave readers with a greater understanding of Lawrence's work and the human experience.
By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1916 · Genre: Modernist Literature, Romance, Psychological Fiction · 127 words
First lines
I LISTEN to the stillness of you,
My dear, among it all;
I feel your silence touch my words as I talk,
And take them in thrall.
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Listening is listed on Textopian as a short story by D.H. Lawrence, dated 1916 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: D.H. Lawrence
- Date: 1916 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Modernist Literature, Romance, Psychological Fiction, Realism
- Length: 127 words
- Structure: 1 section, 24 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Modernist Literature — Listening is a modernist novel by D.H. Lawrence, which is characterized by its experimental style and its exploration of the inner consciousness of its characters.
- Romance — Listening follows the story of a young couple, John and Mary, and their struggles to maintain their relationship in the face of external pressures.
- Psychological Fiction — The novel is largely focused on the inner thoughts and feelings of its characters, exploring their psychological states and motivations.
- Realism — Listening is a realistic novel, depicting the everyday lives of its characters and their struggles with the mundane aspects of life.
Tags
communication · perception · awareness · introspection · human connection · emotional depth · nature · existentialism · relationships · self-discovery · intimacy · silence