Publisher's Synopsis
Aaron's Rod is a novel by D. H. Lawrence, first published in 1922. The story follows Aaron Sisson, a disillusioned and restless man who leaves his job as a mining engineer in England to travel to Italy. There, he becomes involved in the world of music and the arts, attending concerts and meeting artists and musicians. He becomes particularly enamored with the charismatic and enigmatic singer, Elena, with whom he begins a passionate affair.As Aaron becomes more immersed in the world of music, he begins to question his own identity and purpose in life. He struggles with his own artistic ambitions and his desire for a meaningful connection with others. Along the way, he also confronts issues of class, gender, and sexuality.The novel is a complex exploration of the human psyche and the search for meaning and fulfillment in a rapidly changing world. It is considered one of Lawrence's most autobiographical works, and is notable for its vivid descriptions of Italy and its artistic culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
