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Sons and Lovers, published in 1913, is a novel by D. H. Lawrence that examines the complex relationships between a young man, Paul Morel, and the women in his life
. As Paul navigates the complexities of desire, identity, and societal expectations, the story delves into the psychological toll of familial influence on personal growth. The novel is semi-autobiographical and reflects Lawrence’s own experiences growing up in a mining town in England while exploring the impact of industrialization on working-class communities.Read the free full text, the full book summary, and a complete list of character descriptions from Sons and Lovers.