The Drained Cup by D.H. Lawrence
The Drained Cup by D.H. Lawrence: A poignant and thought-provoking novella that explores the themes of love, loss, and the fleeting nature of life. The story follows a young couple, Tom and Ruth, who are struggling to come to terms with the death of their baby daughter. As they navigate their grief, they find themselves drifting apart and questioning the very foundations of their relationship. The novella is notable for its sparse, direct prose, which captures the raw emotion and intensity of the characters' experiences. Lawrence's use of imagery and symbolism adds depth and complexity to the narrative, creating a powerful and moving portrayal of love and loss. Overall, The Drained Cup is a masterful work of literature that explores the universal human experience of grief and the ways in which it can shape and transform our lives.
By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1932 · Genre: Fiction, Drama, Psychological Fiction · 930 words
First lines
The snow is witherin' off'n th' gress Love, should I tell thee summat? The snow is witherin' off'n th' gress An' a thick mist sucks at the clots o' snow, An' the moon above in a weddin' dress Goes fogged an' slow -- Love, should I tell thee summat?
Tha's been snowed up i' this cottage wi' me, Nay, I'm tellin' thee summat. -- Tha's bin snowed up i' this cottage wi' me While th' clocks has a' run down an' stopped An' the short days withering silently Unbeknown have dropped. -- Yea, but I'm tellin' thee summat.
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The Drained Cup is listed on Textopian as a short story by D.H. Lawrence, dated 1932 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: D.H. Lawrence
- Date: 1932 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Drama, Psychological Fiction, Romantic Fiction, Historical Fiction
- Length: 930 words
- Structure: 1 section, 12 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Fiction — Given D.H. Lawrence's renowned position as a significant 20th-century novelist and his typical writing style, this piece can be classified as a work of fiction
- Drama — Lawrence’s works often lay on dramatic scenarios, therefore, the novel can be considered a drama, even though specific details are not given
- Psychological Fiction — Lawrence is known for his deep exploration of human psychology in his works. His focus on characters' thoughts and feelings makes psychological fiction a likely genre
- Romantic Fiction — Romantic Fiction might apply due to Lawrence’s reputation for exploring human relationships and sexuality in his works, although specific details about the book are not provided
Tags
despair · existentialism · human relationships · emotional turmoil · introspection · societal critique · modernism · alienation · identity · love · loss · conflict