D. H. Lawrence in 90 Minutes

By: Paul Strathern

Narrated by: Simon Vance

By the end of his life, D. H. Lawrence had despaired of Western civilization, which he felt had corrupted and weakened the human spirit. He believed that we had somehow lost touch with our instinctual being and no longer responded to the "true voice" of our blood. His works were an attempt to revive a life we have lost, and in them it is possible to glimpse something vivid, something now damaged, that we nonetheless recognize in ourselves. This is his undeniable legacy.

D. H. Lawrence in 90 Minutes offers a concise, expert account of Lawrence's life and ideas and explains their influence on literature and on man's struggle to understand his place in the world. The book also includes a list of Lawrence's chief works, a chronology of his life and times, and recommended reading for those who wish to delve deeper.

©2005 Paul Strathern (P)2009 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Critic reviews

"[Strathern] offers insights on great authors so you can understand and enjoy them. Brainy!" ( Birmingham News)

"It furnishes a quick way for general readers to familiarize themselves with writers they wish to read or re-read." ( Tennesean)

Understanding Literature

Simon Vance good voice holds interest . Excellent work by Paul Strathern puts Lawrence in context with his society and the era he lived in.

Concise perfection

It’s a great refresher for those of us revisiting. And it’s a perfect diving board for those just beginning their literature historical journey