In 1912 D. H. Lawrence eloped with Freida Weekley (née von Richthofen), and they lived for six months on the shores of Lake Garda in northern Italy. Twilight in Italy (1916), Lawrence's first travel book, is a rich collection of essays, anecdotes, and studies of life that are filled with his sensory-rich, humorous, and deeply felt reflections on the landscapes and people of the region. As he wanders through the sun-soaked streets and lush vineyards, he captures the essence of Italy's multifaceted allure-from the captivating architecture that whispers of bygone eras to the passionate rhythms of…mehr
In 1912 D. H. Lawrence eloped with Freida Weekley (née von Richthofen), and they lived for six months on the shores of Lake Garda in northern Italy. Twilight in Italy (1916), Lawrence's first travel book, is a rich collection of essays, anecdotes, and studies of life that are filled with his sensory-rich, humorous, and deeply felt reflections on the landscapes and people of the region. As he wanders through the sun-soaked streets and lush vineyards, he captures the essence of Italy's multifaceted allure-from the captivating architecture that whispers of bygone eras to the passionate rhythms of daily life that pulse through the bustling markets and piazzas. A timeless exploration of Italy's enchanting beauty and cultural depth, Twilight in Italy invites readers to embark on a literary pilgrimage with Lawrence, a lifelong traveler with a fierce interest in the philosophical and psychological essence of things. In these essays he evinces a confidence and intellectual daring that exceed the bounds of a traditional travelogue. This Warbler Classics edition includes an extensive biographical timeline.Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
D. H. Lawrence (1885-1930) was an English novelist, poet, essayist, and literary critic renowned for his provocative exploration of human emotions, sexuality, and societal norms. Born in the coal-mining town of Eastwood, Nottinghamshire, Lawrence's modernist works like Sons and Lovers, The Rainbow, Women in Love, and Lady Chatterley's Lover challenged prevailing conventions of his time, delving deeply into social alienation, modernity, and industrialization. Despite facing censorship and controversy, Lawrence's literary legacy endures as a testament to his daring and original contributions to literature and his unyielding quest for authenticity in artistic expression.
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