"The Rocking-Horse Winner" by D. H. Lawrence is a compelling short story that explores themes of love, obsession, and the corrosive nature of greed within a family plagued by financial woes. Set in England in the 1920s, the narrative centers around a young boy named Paul, who becomes determined to solve his family's financial difficulties. Convinced that luck is the key to securing wealth, Paul embarks on a quest to become "lucky," using his uncanny ability to predict horse race winners, a skill he believes is channeled through his frenetic rides on his rocking-horse. As Paul's success grows, so does his mother's insatiable need for more, driving the family further into emotional bankruptcy. Lawrence's story masterfully intertwines the supernatural with a poignant critique of the destructive power of materialism and the loss of innocence, leaving readers to ponder the true meaning of luck and the real cost of happiness.
