Reflections on the death of a porcupine and other essays by D. H. Lawrence

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Author Lawrence, D. H. (David Herbert), 1885-1930
LoC No. 26010666
Title Reflections on the death of a porcupine and other essays
Original Publication Philadelphia: The Centaur Press, 1925.
Note Reading ease score: 73.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The crown -- The novel -- Him with his tail in his mouth -- Blessed are the powerful -- ...Love was once a little boy -- Reflections on the death of a porcupine -- Aristocracy.
Credits Tim Lindell, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
Summary "Reflections on the Death of a Porcupine and Other Essays" by D. H. Lawrence is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The work explores themes of existence, oppositional forces in life, and the struggles inherent in the human condition, emphasizing the complex interplay between light and darkness, life and death. Lawrence's unique perspective on nature and humanity invites readers to reflect on deeper philosophical questions. The opening portion of the book sets the tone with a discussion on oppositional forces symbolized by the lion and the unicorn, who perpetually contest for a crown that represents ultimate truth or purpose. It delves into the necessity of both light and darkness in understanding existence and asserts that the conflict between opposing forces is essential for meaning-making within life. Lawrence explores these themes using rich metaphors and existential musings, suggesting that individuals are often caught in self-imposed prisons of egoism that prevent true growth or connection. The urgent desire for fulfillment within this conflict underscores the overall philosophical depth and complexity of the essays ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English essays -- 20th century
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