The Rocking Horse Winner

By: D. H. Lawrence

Narrated by: Cathy Dobson

Growing up in a strange dysfunctional family, Paul discovers that he has a unique gift. He is able, with the aid of his rocking horse, to predict the winners of horse races. In order to gain his mother's affection, Paul sets about winning enough money to sate her consuming passion for luxury with one last enormous wager....

Public Domain (P)2012 Red Door Audiobooks

Strangely good story

This is a strange, but good, story. It is very well written, and the narrative is excellent. Thanks, DH Lawrence.

Lawrence’s Often Taught Short

This short story is often taught in college. The interpretation is crucial. The boy in the story just wants to fulfill his mother’s desires. Thus, the story is very twisted once you figure out the meaning of the rocking horse and what the boy is up to. I love these older stories where you do have to use your thinking skills a little more.