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Widowing of Mrs Holroyd

Widowing of Mrs Holroyd

D. H. Lawrence

The 'Widowing of Mrs. Holroyd' is a play by D. H. Lawrence, written in 1914. It tells the story of Mrs. Holroyd, who is trapped in a tumultuous marriage with a brutish miner. As she endures his abusive behavior and infidelities, she finds herself drawn to a more refined neighbor, leading her to wish for her husband's demise. This work is notable for its exploration of gender roles and the struggles of women in a patriarchal society.

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