Scent Of Irises by D.H. Lawrence
Scent of Irises is a collection of short stories by D.H. Lawrence. The stories explore the themes of love, loss, and the human condition. The collection includes stories such as "The Blind Man," which tells the story of a blind man who is able to see the beauty of the world through his other senses; "The Horse Dealer's Daughter," which follows a woman who is forced to make a difficult decision between her family and her own desires; and "The Prussian Officer," which follows a man who is struggling to come to terms with his own mortality. The stories in Scent of Irises are filled with vivid imagery and powerful emotions, and they explore the complexities of human relationships and the fragility of life.
By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1916 · Genre: Romance, Literary Fiction, Drama · 304 words
First lines
A FAINT, sickening scent of irises
Persists all morning. Here in a jar on the table
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Scent Of Irises 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: Romance, Literary Fiction, Drama, Historical Fiction
- Length: 304 words
- Structure: 1 section, 43 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The title of the book, 'Scent of Irises', implies a romantic atmosphere, and the book is known to explore themes of love and relationships.
- Literary Fiction — The book is written by D.H. Lawrence, a renowned literary author, and is known for its complex characters and themes.
- Drama — The book is known for its intense and dramatic plot, with characters facing difficult decisions and moral dilemmas.
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in the early 20th century, and explores the social and political issues of the time.
Tags
nature · flowers · sensuality · love · desire · beauty · emotion · symbolism · relationships · introspection · art · transience