Twilight in Italy (Warbler Classics Annotated Edition)

By David Herbert Lawrence and D.H. Lawrence

Book Overview

In 1912 D. H. Lawrence eloped with Freida Weekley (n e von Richthofen), and they lived for six months on the shores of Lake Garda in northern Italy. Twilight in Italy (1916), Lawrence's first travel book, is a rich collection of essays, anecdotes, and studies of life that are filled with his sensory-rich, humorous, and deeply felt reflections on the landscapes and people of the region. As he wanders through the sun-soaked streets and lush vineyards, he captures the essence of Italy's multifaceted allure-from the captivating architecture that whispers of bygone eras to the passionate rhythms of daily life that pulse through the bustling markets and piazzas. A timeless exploration of Italy's enchanting beauty and cultural depth, Twilight in Italy invites readers to embark on a literary pilgrimage with Lawrence, a lifelong traveler with a fierce interest in the philosophical and psychological essence of things. In these essays he evinces a confidence and intellectual daring that exceed the bounds of a traditional travelogue. This Warbler Classics edition includes an extensive biographical timeline.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 195989191X
• ISBN13: 9781959891918
• Release Date: August 2023
• Publisher: Warbler Classics
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Beautifully Written Travel Narrative

D.H. Lawrence is better known for his various novels, i.e., Women in Love; Lady Chatterly's Lover; and Sons and Lovers than for his travel writing. With that said, I highly recommend this book. Personally I love Lawrence's writing style and this particular book is exceptional even for Lawrence. You will feel as though you are there with him experiencing the moment he is describing. The people and places of Italy come alive through his prose. His writing moves, at times, from reality and physical descriptions to abstraction and philosophy, but it is so wonderfully written, you will cherish every word and never question the move from one to the other. Images abound in this work and the scenes he describes are beautifully sensual. I have read this work twice and plan on reading it numerous other times throughout my life.