Lawrence by S.L. Bensusan (1958)
Lawrence is a novel by Samuel Levy Bensusan that tells the story of a young Jewish man, Lawrence, who is struggling to find his place in the world. After his father dies, Lawrence is left to fend for himself in a world that is hostile to Jews. He is determined to make something of himself, but his journey is filled with obstacles. He must confront anti-Semitism, poverty, and the ever-present threat of violence. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters who help him on his journey, including a Jewish doctor, a Jewish lawyer, and a Jewish businessman. As Lawrence struggles to find his place in the world, he discovers the power of friendship, loyalty, and love. In the end, he finds the courage to stand up for what he believes in and to make a difference in the world.
By S.L. Bensusan · First published 1958 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Drama, Romance · 3 chapters · 11,944 words
First lines
MASTER LAMBTON. Frontispiece (In the collection of the Earl of Durham)
In painting this portrait (for which he is said to have received L600) Lawrence was happy in his sitter. The child has good looks and a very intelligent face, but unfortunately he is over-posed. One misses the simplicity, the natural attitude, the spontaneous gesture, found in portraits of children by Sir Joshua, and feels that although Lawrence made an attractive picture, his sitter has been made too self-conscious for childhood.
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Lawrence is listed on Textopian as an essay by S.L. Bensusan, dated 1958 CE.
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: S.L. Bensusan
- Date: 1958 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Drama, Romance, Adventure
- Length: 11,944 words
- Structure: 3 chapters, 60 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in the early 20th century and follows the life of Lawrence, a Jewish immigrant from Eastern Europe, as he navigates his new life in London.
- Drama — The book follows Lawrence's struggles and successes as he navigates his new life in London, and the plot is full of dramatic moments and conflicts.
- Romance — The book follows Lawrence's romantic relationships with various women, and his struggles to find true love.
- Adventure — The book follows Lawrence's adventures as he navigates his new life in London, and his journey to find his place in the world.
Tags
1769-1830 · 1830 · Lawrence · Masterpieces in Colour · Sir · Thomas · art · artist · best · br · collection · could
Contents
- CHAPTER I
- THE PAINTER'S LIFE
- THE PAINTER'S WORK