Adolf - D.H. Lawrence | BOSEM Class IX English Literature Reader
Board of Secondary Education Manipur (BOSEM) English Literature Reader Class: 9 Chapter: 1 Adolf David Herbert Lawrence Summary The story "Adolf" penned by the renowned English novelist D.H. Lawrence, is a biographical tale that intricately portrays his affection for animals. One day, the writer's father returned home from the coal mine where he toiled and stumbled upon a tiny, brown rabbit. The rabbit was alive but motionless, lying beside its deceased mother and three lifeless siblings. Moved by compassion, the father brought the rabbit home. Upon his arrival, he presented the rabbit to his children, who were instantly filled with excitement and curiosity. However, the children's mother expressed her disapproval of bringing a wild rabbit into their home. She feared the potential emotional distress the children might experience if the rabbit were to perish, as they had previously endured the sorrow of losing pets. Despite her reservations, the children persisted in ...