The Captain's Doll is a short story by D.H. Lawrence, first published in 1923. It tells the story of a young Englishwoman, Mary, who is sent to stay with her aunt and uncle in a small German town. While there, she meets a mysterious captain who is staying in the same house. The captain is a strange and mysterious figure, and Mary is drawn to him. The captain has a doll that he keeps in his room, and Mary is fascinated by it. She begins to visit the captain's room to look at the doll, and soon finds herself drawn into a strange and dangerous relationship with the captain. As their relationship progresses, Mary discovers the dark secrets of the captain's past, and the truth behind the doll. The Captain's Doll is a powerful and haunting story of love, loss, and the power of secrets. It is a classic of modern literature, and a must-read for fans of D.H. Lawrence.
By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1923 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Romance, Fantasy · 19 chapters