The Trespasser

The Trespasser by D. H. Lawrence, published by Cambridge University Press in 1981, is a revised edition of the author’s second novel, originally inspired by the tragic love affair of his friend Helen Corke and her violin teacher. This edition presents the text as Lawrence intended, restoring his original sentence structure and punctuation while correcting numerous typesetters’ errors. The book spans 327 pages and is available in English.

Readers will find a detailed exploration of the narrative surrounding Helen Corke’s life, based on her diary, which prompted Lawrence to write this poignant story. The edition includes a substantial introduction by Elizabeth Mansfield, who delves into the novel’s background, publishing history, and reception. Additionally, a full textual apparatus records the history of the text, with annotations on topical references, enriching the reader’s understanding of this literary work within the context of fiction and literary criticism.