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Thomas Hardys The Mayor of Casterbridge is a compelling historical novel that delves into the themes of fate, guilt, and redemption. Set in the fictional town of Casterbridge, the story follows the rise and fall of Michael Henchard, a proud and self-destructive man whose past comes back to haunt him. Hardys writing style is characterized by its realism and attention to detail, painting a vivid picture of rural England in the 19th century. The novels exploration of complex moral dilemmas and the consequences of ones actions make it a timeless classic in English literature. Thomas Hardy, a Victorian novelist and poet, drew inspiration from his own experiences growing up in rural Dorset, England. Known for his tragic and often pessimistic view of life, Hardys works often reflect the social and moral issues of his time. The Mayor of Casterbridge is no exception, showcasing Hardys deep understanding of human nature and the complexities of human relationships. I highly recommend The Mayor of Casterbridge to readers interested in immersive historical fiction and thought-provoking moral dilemmas. Hardys masterful storytelling and vivid character portrayal make this novel a must-read for anyone looking to explore the darker aspects of human nature and society.

Thomas Hardys The Return of the Native is a classic novel set in the fictional Egdon Heath, exploring themes of love, jealousy, fate, and the clash between rural traditions and modernity. Hardys rich and descriptive prose immerses the reader in the harsh landscape, creating a sense of foreboding and inevitability. The books complex characters and intricate plot make it a compelling read for those interested in psychological depth and social commentary. Written during the late 19th century, the novel reflects Hardys disillusionment with the changing world around him, portraying the struggles of individuals caught in the tide of progress. Thomas Hardy, a renowned Victorian novelist and poet, drew inspiration from his rural upbringing in Dorset, England, to write The Return of the Native. His deep understanding of human nature and keen observation of society are evident in his portrayal of characters like Eustacia Vye and Clym Yeobright. Hardys disillusionment with societal norms and his exploration of the complexities of human relationships set him apart as a literary giant of his time. I highly recommend The Return of the Native to readers who appreciate beautifully crafted prose, intricate character studies, and thought-provoking themes. Hardys novel is a timeless masterpiece that continues to resonate with audiences today, offering a window into the human condition and the eternal struggle between nature and civilization.

After arguing with his wife Susan at a country fair near Casterbridge in Wessex, Michael Henchard, drunk on rum auctions her off, along with their baby daughter, to Richard Newson, a passing sailor, for five guineas. Sober and remorseful the next day, he is too late to locate his family and vows not to touch liquor again for 21 years. Some 18 years later, after Newson is lost at sea, Susan seeks out Henchard again, taking her daughter with her. She discovers that Henchard has become a very successful hay and grain merchant and Mayor of Casterbridge, known for his staunch sobriety. When the couple is reunited, Henchard proposes remarrying Susan after a sham courtship. However, he is engaged with a woman named Lucetta Templeman, who had nursed him when he was ill and his situation begins to complicate.

A Laodicean Thomas Hardy - A Laodicean; or, The Castle of the De Stancys. A Story of To-Day is a novel by Thomas Hardy, first published in 188081 in Harpers New Monthly Magazine. The plot exhibits devices uncommon in Hardys other fiction, such as falsified telegrams and faked photographs

Milkmaid Rhoda Brooks cannot control her jealousy of Gertrude - a beautiful woman who has just married a rich farmer. So when Gertrude appears in her dream, she cannot help but reach out and grab the arm of the woman she wishes she was. As Gertrudes arm begins to wither away in real life and no physician is able to help her, she must turn to a conjurer... Considered one of Hardys most successful short stories, The Withered Arm is unmissable for those who enjoyed Laura Purcells The Silent Companions.

Tess dei D''Uberville non e generalmente una lettura scolastica, ma tanto per cambiare, si potrebbe anche adottarlo come testo scolastico giusto per avere una panoramica diversa dell''universo dei classici. E questo infatti e un libro che racchiude in se tutti gli elementi che ne fanno un bellissimo classico. Leggerlo e come vedere un film, perche l''autore non ha di certo lesinato le descrizioni dei personaggi con i loro lati un po'' oscuri e ambivalenti, tanto che in certi punti non sappiamo se pensare che Tess in effetti e stata troppo ingenua o ha volutamente sbagliato o se il fantomatico cugino Alex sia veramente innamorato o semplicemente un seduttore, o se i genitori di Tess siano ingenui e disperati o approfittatori della disponibilit e del senso di colpa di Tess. Fa da sfondo uno spettacolare paesaggio agreste ben descritto e realistico, sembra quasi di vederlo e che sia un personaggio integrante del romanzo. Riguardo il finale penso che non poteva che finire nella tragedia e anzi da il grosso scossone finale al triangolo creato tra Tess, Alex e... Non voglio anticipare altro.

Tess is little more than an English farm girl when she meets the man who will change her life: Angel Clare. A kind gentleman and the son of a reverend, Angel could be the answer to Tesss miserable fate. But with a family on the brink of destitution, she has no time to wait for true love. When another suitor, Alec, begins to fixate on Tess and word of a rich widow by the name of DUrberville hints at a hidden family fortune, Tesss life spirals out of control and she is forced to make an impossible choice. A tale of passion, loss, and cruel hardship, Tess of the dUrbervilles is one of Hardys most famous and beloved novels. It has been adapted for the stage and screen many times, including the hugely popular BBC series written by David Nicholls and starring Gemma Arterton and Eddie Redmayne.

Who wouldnt want passionate love in their life? Of course, this love is usually accompanied by a lot of jealously, conflict and tragedy and this novel is no exception to that rule! Poor Bathsheba has three different suitors; however will she choose between them? Each suitor adds more uncertainty and complications to the ordered world of Bathsheba and she is soon lost in a vortex of passion, love, and social problems. Far from the Madding Crowd is the novel that brought Thomas Hardy considerable literary success and has been made into a movie many times, most notably in the Oscar-nominated 1967 version. The most recent film is from 2015 and starred Carey Mulligan as Bathsheba, Matthias Schoenaerts as Gabriel Oak and the famous Martin Sheen, Charlie Sheens dad.

A strong woman who recklessly throws away her strength, she is worse than a weak woman who has never had any strength to throw away. - Thomas Hardy ; Tess of the dUrbervillesTess of the dUrbervilles: A Pure Woman Faithfully Presented is a novel by Thomas Hardy. It initially appeared in a censored and serialised version, published by the British illustrated newspaper The Graphic in 1891, then in book form in three volumes in 1891, and as a single volume in 1892. Though now considered a major 19th-century English novel, even Hardys fictional masterpiece, Tess of the dUrbervilles received mixed reviews when it first appeared, in part because it challenged the sexual morals of late Victorian England.

Jude the Obscure - Thomas Hardy - Thomas Hardys last finished novel and published in 1895, "Jude the Obscure", is widely considered to be his best. Hardy explores all the big issues: class, faith, hope, love, sex. In the process, this seemingly simple story of a doomed love affair transcends the Victorian era in which it is set, making it a timeless classic, a universal tale of longing and despair. "Jude the Obscure" is also one of his most gloomily fatalistic, depicting the lives of individuals who are trapped by forces beyond their control.Jude Fawley, a poor villager, wants to enter the divinity school at Christminster (the University of Oxford). Sidetracked by Arabella Donn, an earthy country girl who pretends to be pregnant by him, Jude marries her but is later deserted. He earns a living as a stonemason at Christminster; there he falls in love with his independent-minded cousin, Sue Bridehead. Out of a sense of obligation, Sue marries the schoolmaster Phillotson, who has helped her. Unable to bear living with Phillotson, she returns to live with Jude and eventually bears his children out of wedlock. Their poverty and the weight of societys disapproval begin to take a toll on Sue and Jude; the climax occurs when Judes son by Arabella hangs...

The Return of the Native - Thomas Hardy - One of Thomas Hardys most powerful works, The Return of the Native centers famously on Egdon Heath, the wild, haunted Wessex moor that D. H. Lawrence called the real stuff of tragedy. The heaths changing face mirrors the fortunes of the farmers, inn-keepers, sons, mothers, and lovers who populate the novel. The native is Clym Yeobright, who comes home from a cosmopolitan life in Paris. He; his cousin Thomasin; her fiance, Damon Wildeve; and the willful Eustacia Vye are the protagonists in a tale of doomed love, passion, alienation, and melancholy as Hardy brilliantly explores that theme so familiar throughout his fiction: the diabolical role of chance in determining the course of a life.

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Jude Fawley's hopes of a university education are lost when he is trapped into marrying the earthy Arabella, who later abandons him. Moving to the town of Christminster where he finds work as a stonemason, Jude meets and falls in love with his cousin Sue Bridehead, a sensitive, freethinking 'New Woman'. Refusing to marry merely for the sake of religious convention, Jude and Sue decide instead to live together, but they are shunned by society and poverty soon threatens to ruin them. Jude the Obscure, Hardy's last novel, caused a public furore when it was first published, with its fearless and challenging exploration of class and sexual relationships.

When Tess Durbeyfield is driven by family poverty to claim kinship with the wealthy DUrbervilles and seek a portion of their family fortune, meeting her cousin Alec proves to be her downfall. A very different man, Angel Clare, seems to offer her love and salvation, but Tess must choose whether to reveal her past or remain silent in the hope of a peaceful future. With its sensitive depiction of the wronged Tess and powerful criticism of social convention, Tess of the DUrbervilles is one of the most moving and poetic of Hardys novels.