D.H. Lawrence's debut novel, 'The White Peacock', is a book that takes us to the Eastwood area, where the author spent his formative years. The story is told through the eyes of Cyril Beardsall, and explores themes such as the consequences of ill-suited marriages and the boundary between urban and rural life. With vivid descriptions of nature and the effects of industrialization on the countryside and town, this is a timeless novel that showcases Lawrence's exceptional writing talent.