The Married Man is a novel by D.H. Lawrence, first published in 1915. It tells the story of a young man, Paul Morel, and his relationship with two women: his mother, Gertrude Morel, and his lover, Miriam Leivers. Paul is a sensitive and passionate young man who is torn between his love for his mother and his desire for Miriam. His mother is a strong-willed woman who is determined to keep her son close to her, while Miriam is a beautiful and independent woman who is determined to win Paul's love. The novel follows Paul as he struggles to reconcile his love for both women and his desire to be free. He is forced to make difficult choices between his loyalty to his mother and his love for Miriam, and ultimately must decide which woman he will choose. The Married Man is a powerful and moving story of love, loyalty, and the struggle to find one's own identity. It is a timeless classic that has been praised for its insight into the human heart and its exploration of the complexities of relationships.
By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1912 · Genre: Realism, Romance, Drama · 4 chapters