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Title: Twilight in Italy
Note: Reading ease score: 81.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary: "Twilight in Italy" by D. H. Lawrence is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. This literary work reflects Lawrence's observations and experiences as he travels through Italy, recounting the landscapes, people, and culture he encounters. The book delves into themes of sensuality and spirituality, contrasting the physicality of Italian life with deeper philosophical reflections, offering readers a glimpse into both the beauty and complexity of the country. At the start of the book, Lawrence sets the stage with a meditative exploration of the Bavarian highlands and its crucifixes, which serve as potent symbols of the region's cultural and spiritual history. He reflects on the significance of these crucifixes, describing their presence as a blend of beauty and sorrow, connecting the villagers’ suffering with the ideology of death and endurance. Through vivid imagery and rich descriptions, he captures interactions with the local people, the landscapes, and their customs, establishing a tone that is both critical and affectionate. Lawrence’s wanderings suggest a complex relationship between human experience and the eternal, setting the groundwork for his continued exploration of life in Italy throughout the rest of the work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Lawrence, D. H. (David Herbert), 1885-1930
EBook No.: 9497
Published: Dec 1, 2005
Downloads: 247
Language: English
Subject: Lawrence, D. H. (David Herbert), 1885-1930 -- Travel -- Italy, Northern
Subject: Italy, Northern -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Twilight in Italy
Note: Reading ease score: 81.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits:
Etext produced by Joshua Hutchinson and PG Distributed Proofreaders
HTML file produced by David Widger
Summary: "Twilight in Italy" by D. H. Lawrence is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. This literary work reflects Lawrence's observations and experiences as he travels through Italy, recounting the landscapes, people, and culture he encounters. The book delves into themes of sensuality and spirituality, contrasting the physicality of Italian life with deeper philosophical reflections, offering readers a glimpse into both the beauty and complexity of the country. At the start of the book, Lawrence sets the stage with a meditative exploration of the Bavarian highlands and its crucifixes, which serve as potent symbols of the region's cultural and spiritual history. He reflects on the significance of these crucifixes, describing their presence as a blend of beauty and sorrow, connecting the villagers’ suffering with the ideology of death and endurance. Through vivid imagery and rich descriptions, he captures interactions with the local people, the landscapes, and their customs, establishing a tone that is both critical and affectionate. Lawrence’s wanderings suggest a complex relationship between human experience and the eternal, setting the groundwork for his continued exploration of life in Italy throughout the rest of the work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Lawrence, D. H. (David Herbert), 1885-1930
EBook No.: 9497
Published: Dec 1, 2005
Downloads: 247
Language: English
Subject: Lawrence, D. H. (David Herbert), 1885-1930 -- Travel -- Italy, Northern
Subject: Italy, Northern -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.