The White Stocking by D.H. Lawrence
The White Stocking is a novella written by D.H. Lawrence in 1920. The story follows the life of a young woman named Annie Brandon, who is struggling to come to terms with her own identity and purpose in life. Annie is torn between her desire for independence and her feelings of obligation towards her family and society. The novella explores themes of gender roles, class struggle, and the search for meaning and fulfillment in a rapidly changing world. Through Annie's journey, Lawrence critiques the societal norms and expectations placed on women during this time period, while also highlighting the challenges faced by individuals seeking to break free from these constraints. Overall, The White Stocking is a thought-provoking and timeless work of literature that continues to resonate with readers today.
By D.H. Lawrence · First published 1910 · Genre: Short Story, Romantic, Psychological Fiction · 10,457 words
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"I'm getting up, Teddilinks," said Mrs Whiston, and she sprang out of bed briskly.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: D.H. Lawrence
- Date: 1910 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Short Story, Romantic, Psychological Fiction, Drama, Literary Fiction
- Length: 10,457 words
- Structure: 1 section, 369 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Short Story — The White Stocking is a short story by D.H. Lawrence, originally published in a collection of his short works. The genre primarily describes a narrative, either real or fictitious, which is shorter than a novel and designed to be read in one sitting.
- Romantic — The story centers on a romantic relationship between a married couple. It explores topics such as sexual tension, jealousy, and passion.
- Psychological Fiction — Like much of Lawrence's works, The White Stocking delves into the psychological motivations, attentions, and tensions of his characters. It focuses on deep psychological interactions between characters and inner self exploration.
- Drama — The narrative unfolds in a dramatic arc, with increasing tension between the characters leading to a climactic moment and a resolution. Emotions run high and interpersonal conflicts are central to the narrative's development.
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love · desire · betrayal · class · gender · society · relationships · intimacy · conflict · identity · sexuality · family