Thomas Hardy

Thomas Hardy

Thomas Hardy (1840–1928) was an English novelist and poet renowned for his portrayal of rural life and the struggles of individuals against social constraints. Born in Dorset, his works often depict the fictional region of Wessex, blending realism with a deep sense of tragedy.

Hardy’s most celebrated novels include Tess of the d’Urbervilles, Far from the Madding Crowd, and Jude the Obscure, which explore themes of love, fate, and societal pressures. Later in life, he focused on poetry, producing acclaimed collections that solidified his legacy as one of England’s most influential literary figures.

  • Novelist and poet
  • 1840–1928
  • Male
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    Jude the Obscure

    What if the price of defying society’s chains is your own destruction? In Thomas Hardy’s searing novel, Jude Fawley—a stonemason with a scholar’s heart—battles cruel class barriers and a forbidden love that ignites and consumes. But as every dream crumbles under the weight of prejudice and desire, one question remains: Can the human spirit endure when the world conspires to extinguish its light?

    • Originally Published: 1895
    • Publisher : Wordsworth Editions Ltd, 1993
    • Genre: Novel
    • Pages: 376
    • Book Type: Hardcopy
    • ISBN-13: 978-1853262616
    • Access: Members