White Peacock
White Peacock by D H Lawrence is a novel published by Penguin UK on January 5, 1982, featuring 432 pages in English. The story is set in the fictional town of Nethermere, which is based on the real-life Eastwood, and is narrated by Cyril Beardsall. The plot revolves around his sister Laetitia, who finds herself in a love triangle with two young men, George and Leslie Temple. Ultimately, she marries Leslie despite her attraction to George, who, feeling rejected, marries the conventional Meg. Both couples face unhappiness, culminating in George’s descent into alcoholism.
Readers will discover a narrative that explores complex relationships and emotional struggles within the context of early 20th-century life. The novel delves into themes of love, desire, and the consequences of societal expectations, reflecting on the characters’ inner turmoil and the impact of their choices. This edition offers a comprehensive look at Lawrence’s examination of contemporary issues, making it a significant addition to the literature and fiction genre.
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Product Description The novel is set in Nethermere (fictional name for real-life Eastwood) and is narrated by Cyril Beardsall, whose sister Laetitia (Lettie) is involved in a love triangle with two young men, George and Leslie Temple. She eventually marries Leslie, even though she feels sexually drawn to George. Spurned by Lettie, George marries the conventional Meg. Both his and Lettie’s marriages end in unhappiness, as George slides into alcoholism at the novel’s close. About the Author David Herbert Lawrence (11 September 1885 – 2 March 1930) was an English novelist, poet, playwright, essayist, literary critic and painter who published as D. H. Lawrence. His collected works represent an extended reflection upon the dehumanising effects of modernity and industrialisation. In them, Lawrence confronts issues relating to emotional health and vitality, spontaneity, and instinct.
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