The Lost Girl (Feminist Classic)
Enriched edition. A Woman's Quest for Autonomy in Edwardian England—Love, Desire, and DefianceBy D. H. Lawrence
Length17h 17m
About this audiobook
D.H. Lawrence's "The Lost Girl" is a feminist classic that delves into the themes of love, freedom, and identity. Set in the industrial town of Nottingham, the novel follows the journey of Alvina Houghton, a young woman searching for her place in a society that restricts her. Lawrence expertly weaves together Alvina's personal experiences with larger societal issues, creating a compelling narrative that challenges traditional gender norms. The author's lyrical prose and vivid descriptions capture the essence of early 20th-century England, adding depth to the character-driven story. Through Alvina's struggles and triumphs, Lawrence explores the complexities of female autonomy and independence, making "The Lost Girl" a thought-provoking and timeless work of literature.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.6 (3.3K)
Includes Goodreads, LibraryThing, Amazon, StoryGraph
GenreGeneral Fiction, Romance
Length17 hrs 17 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 18, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Lost Girl
2(Feminist Classic)
3Introduction
4Synopsis
5Historical Context
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6Author Biography
7The Lost Girl (Feminist Classic)
8Chapter 2 The Rise of Alvina Houghton
9Chapter 3 The Maternity Nurse
10Chapter 4 Two Women Die
11Chapter 5 The Beau
12Chapter 6 Houghton’s Last Endeavour
13Chapter 7 Natcha-Kee-Tawara
14Chapter 8 Ciccio
15Chapter 9 Alvina Becomes Allaye
16Chapter 10 The Fall of Manchester House
17Chapter 11 Honourable Engagement
18Chapter 12 Allaye Also is Engaged
19Chapter 13 The Wedded Wife
20Chapter 14 The Journey Across
21Chapter 15 The Place Called Califano
22Chapter 16 Suspense
23Analysis
24Reflection
25Memorable Quotes
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