Discover a captivating journey to Australia in D.H. Lawrence's transformative 1923 novel, "Kangaroo." Set in the 1920s, follow Richard Lovat Somers, an English writer, and his German wife Harriet as they venture into the heart of New South Wales. Inspired by Lawrence's own experiences, the novel vividly captures the Australian landscape and...More
David Herbert Lawrence (11 September 1885 – 2 March 1930) was an English writer and poet. His collected works represent, among other things, an extended reflection upon the dehumanising effects of modernity and industrialisation. Lawrence's writing explores issues such as sexuality, emotional health, vitality, spontaneity, and instinct.
Lawrence's opinions earned him many enemies and he endured official persecution, censorship, and misrepresentation of his creative work throughout the second half of his life, much of which he spent in a voluntary exile he called his "savage pilgrimage". At the time of his death, his public reputation was that of a pornographer who had wasted his considerable talents. E. M. Forster, in an obituary...More
David Herbert Lawrence (11 September 1885 – 2 March 1930) was an English writer and poet. His collected works represent, among other things, an extended reflection upon the dehumanising effects of modernity and industrialisation. Lawrence's writing explores issues such as sexuality, emotional health, vitality, spontaneity, and instinct.
Lawrence's opinions earned him many enemies and he endured official persecution, censorship, and misrepresentation of his creative work throughout the second half of his life, much of which he spent in a voluntary exile he called his "savage pilgrimage". At the time of his death, his public reputation was that of a pornographer who had wasted his considerable talents. E. M. Forster, in an obituary notice, challenged this widely held view, describing him as "the greatest imaginative novelist of our generation." Later, the literary critic F. R. Leavis championed both his artistic integrity and his moral seriousness.
Book Summary
Discover a captivating journey to Australia in D.H. Lawrence's transformative 1923 novel, "Kangaroo." Set in the 1920s, follow Richard Lovat Somers, an English writer, and his German wife Harriet as they venture into the heart of New South Wales. Inspired by Lawrence's own experiences, the novel vividly captures the Australian landscape and wartime St Ives, Cornwall. As Somers navigates the political climate of Sydney, he becomes entangled with the enigmatic Benjamin Cooley, 'Kangaroo,' and his right-wing Digger movement. However, disillusionment awaits as Somers questions prevailing ideologies. Lawrence skillfully explores themes of authority, marriage, and politics, mirroring his response to the aftermath of World War I. Through an intriguing narrative, real-life influences and historical events intertwine, shaping characters and plot. Challenge societal norms and embark on a profound exploration of human nature in this thought-provoking tale. "Kangaroo" will leave you enlightened and captivated by its unforgettable journey.
D.h. Lawrence
