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100 1 _aLawrence, D. H.
_q(David Herbert),
_d1885-1930
245 1 0 _aTortoises
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2007-08-31
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"Tortoises" by D. H. Lawrence is a collection of poetic pieces written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of existence, solitude, and the intricate patterns of life through the metaphor of tortoises. Lawrence delves into the philosophical and emotional aspects of the tortoises’ lives, reflecting on both their individual journeys and their familial connections. The book consists of several poems that depict the life stages and characteristics of tortoises, using rich and expressive language to convey deeper meanings. In "Baby Tortoise," the struggle and solitary nature of the young tortoise's first moments are highlighted, while "Tortoise-Shell" reflects on the beauty and complexity of their shells as a symbol of life's mathematical structure. "Lui et Elle" presents a dynamic between male and female tortoises, showcasing themes of desire and companionship. As the poems progress, Lawrence explores the tortoise's experiences and the existential cries of life, culminating in the closing poem "Tortoise Shout," which contemplates the profound effects of sexuality and the longing for completeness. Through these vignettes, Lawrence captures both the simplicity and the profundity of life, urging readers to reflect on their own existence and connections to the world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish poetry
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22475
999 _c63592
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