Publisher's Synopsis
The Lost Girl is a novel written by David Herbert Lawrence and first published in 1920. The story follows the life of Alvina Houghton, a young woman who grows up in a small English town and dreams of escaping to a more exciting life in London. She eventually does leave her hometown, but finds that life in the big city is not what she expected.Alvina struggles to find her place in the world and to reconcile her desires with the expectations of her family and society. Along the way, she meets a variety of characters, including a wealthy businessman, a bohemian artist, and a charismatic spiritual leader. Through these encounters, she begins to question her own beliefs and values, and to explore new possibilities for her life.The Lost Girl is a complex and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of identity, sexuality, and social norms. Lawrence's vivid descriptions of the English countryside and his nuanced portrayal of the characters make this a compelling read for anyone interested in early 20th century literature.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.
