Topic Notes

• What is Lawrence’s idea about the man-woman conflict in “Sons and Lovers?”What is Lawrence’s idea about the man-woman conflict in “Sons and Lovers?” [NU: 2015, 22] ★★★ Or, show the autobiographical elements of the novel.  D. H. Lawrence’s (1885–1930) “Sons and Lovers” (1913) is full of[Expand...]
• How does Lawrence employ the stream of consciousness technique in “Sons and Lovers?” How does Lawrence employ the stream of consciousness technique in “Sons and Lovers?” [NU: 2017] The stream of consciousness technique shows the inner flow of thoughts and feelings. D. H. Lawrence (1885–1930) uses this method[Expand...]
• Why was Gertrude Morel unhappy with her husband?Why was Gertrude Morel unhappy with her husband? [NU: 2018] Gertrude Morel is the mother character in “Sons and Lovers” (1913) by D. H. Lawrence (1885–1930). She marries Walter Morel with hope. At first, she[Expand...]
• In what sense is “Sons and Lovers” a novel about classIn what sense is “Sons and Lovers” a novel about class? [NU: 2022] D. H. Lawrence’s (1885–1930) “Sons and Lovers” (1913) is a story of a miner’s family. It shows life, love, and struggle in[Expand...]
• Significance of the Paul-Clara relationship in “Sons and Lovers.”Bring out the significance of the Paul-Clara relationship in “Sons and Lovers.” [NU: 2016, 20] ★★★ In “Sons and Lovers” (1913), D. H. Lawrence (1885–1930) shows different kinds of love. Paul’s bond with Miriam is[Expand...]
• Discuss the symbolic use of ‘Coal-Pits’ in “Sons and Lovers.”Discuss the symbolic use of ‘Coal-Pits’ in “Sons and Lovers.” [NU: 2018, 21] ★★★ In “Sons and Lovers” (1913), D. H. Lawrence (1885–1930) uses the coal-pits as a strong symbol. The novel is set in[Expand...]
• Describe the Paul-Miriam relationship and put down the significance of this episode.Describe the Paul-Miriam relationship and put down the significance of this episode. [NU: 2015, 18, 20] ★★★ In “Sons and Lovers” (1913), D. H. Lawrence (1885–1930) shows Paul’s troubled love life. His bond with Miriam[Expand...]
• How does Lawrence apply ‘impressionism’ in “Sons and Lovers?” How does Lawrence apply ‘impressionism’ or the impressionistic technique in “Sons and Lovers?” “Impressionism” is a writing style that shows short and quick feelings. It does not tell everything in full detail. It shows little[Expand...]
• Analyze the father–son relationship in “Sons and Lovers.”Analyze the father–son relationship in “Sons and Lovers.” [NU: 2017] D. H. Lawrence (1885–1930) paints a mining family in “Sons and Lovers” (1913). At the center stands Walter Morel, the miner father. His sons—William, Paul,[Expand...]
• Discuss Walter Morel as a tragic characterComment on the character of Walter Morel. [NU: 2018] Or, Discuss Walter Morel as a tragic character. [NU: 2016] Walter Morel is the father in “Sons and Lovers” (1913) by D. H. Lawrence (1885–1930). He[Expand...]
•  Comment on the theme of Mother-Fixation in “Sons and Lovers.” Comment on the theme of Mother-Fixation in “Sons and Lovers.” [NU: 2017, 20, 22] ★★★ Or, Illustrate the term’ Oedipus Complex’ in the context of “Sons and Lovers.” [NU: 2015] In psychology, fixation means being[Expand...]
• Discuss the treatment of love and marriage in “Sons and Lovers.”Discuss the treatment of love and marriage in “Sons and Lovers.” [NU: 2015, 18, 21] ★★★ D. H. Lawrence’s (1885–1930) “Sons and Lovers” (1913) shows love and marriage in deep conflict. The novel paints passion,[Expand...]