Lady Chatterley’s Lover - D.H. Lawrence

Lady Chatterley's Lover by D.H. Lawrence is a provocative exploration of love, desire, and the constraints of class and society in early 20th-century England. The novel centres around Constance Reid, known as Lady Chatterley, who finds herself trapped in a loveless marriage to Sir Clifford Chatterley, a wounded war veteran. Yearning for physical and emotional connection, she embarks on a clandestine affair with Oliver Mellors, the gamekeeper on their estate. Through their tumultuous relationship, Lawrence delves into themes of passion, the human need for intimacy, and the conflict between industrialisation and nature. The book made for significant controversy upon release, where it remains known for it’s iconic history in the world of banned and censored material.

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ISBNs of note: 9780141441498