The White Peacock

"The White Peacock" by D. H. Lawrence is a story that paints a picture of early 20th-century rural England, where characters face tough choices about love, family, and what they want versus what society expects. The book follows George, a young farmer caught between his family and budding romances with women like Lettie, all while surrounded by the beauty of the natural world. Starting in the peaceful Nethermere, readers meet George as he quietly observes life with a friend, their conversations revealing their personalities and the social atmosphere. As the narrative progresses, the author exposes the upcoming emotional challenges they will encounter, hinting at the complex ways love and societal pressures will shape their lives.