Tease by D.H. Lawrence (1916)
Tease is a novel by D.H. Lawrence, first published in 1925. It follows the story of two young people, Tom and Lydia, who are in love but are unable to marry due to their different social classes. Tom is a miner and Lydia is the daughter of a wealthy landowner. Despite their differences, they are determined to be together and must find a way to overcome the obstacles that stand in their way. The novel follows the couple as they struggle to find a way to be together, while also dealing with the pressures of their families and society. Along the way, they must confront their own insecurities and fears, as well as the expectations of those around them. In the end, they must decide if their love is strong enough to overcome the obstacles that stand in their way.
By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1916 · Genre: Realistic Fiction, Romance, Drama · 169 words
First lines
I WILL give you all my keys,
You shall be my châtelaine,
You shall enter as you please,
As you please shall go again.
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Tease 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: Realistic Fiction, Romance, Drama, Literary Fiction
- Length: 169 words
- Structure: 1 section, 32 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Realistic Fiction — The novel follows the story of two sisters, Cynthia and Stella, and their struggles with love, marriage, and family. It is set in a realistic setting and follows the characters through their everyday lives.
- Romance — The novel follows the romantic relationships of the two sisters, Cynthia and Stella, and their struggles with love, marriage, and family. It is a story of love, heartbreak, and ultimately, redemption.
- Drama — The novel follows the dramatic lives of the two sisters, Cynthia and Stella, and their struggles with love, marriage, and family. It is a story of love, heartbreak, and ultimately, redemption.
- Literary Fiction — The novel is written in a literary style, with complex characters and themes. It is a story of love, heartbreak, and ultimately, redemption.
Tags
romance · desire · sexuality · relationships · intimacy · conflict · human nature · emotional complexity · social norms · gender roles · passion · betrayal