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The Rocking-Horse Winner

by D. H. Lawrence

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The Rocking-Horse Winner

Uncle Oscar's final line, "My God, Hester, you're eighty-odd thousand to the good, and a poor devil of a son to the bad," underscores the tragic irony of the story. It highlights the futility of...

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Uncle Oscar plays a crucial role in Paul's life as a mentor and enabler. He encourages Paul's gambling on horse races and becomes a confidant, helping Paul place bets. However, Uncle Oscar's...

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Religious references in Paul and Uncle Oscar's discussion underscore the seriousness with which Bassett regards Paul's horse racing predictions. The similes "as if he were speaking of religious...

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From talking to Paul, Uncle Oscar finds out that his nephew has been betting on horses and can often predict winners. Paul's winning streak began when he used Uncle Oscar's gift of ten shillings to...

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