Tess Of The D'Urbervilles

Tess Of The D'Urbervilles

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Author: Thomas Hardy
Binding: Hardback
Published: GUILD PUBLISHING LONDON

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

Thomas Hardy's Tess of the D'Urbervilles presents a poignant Victorian tragedy, chronicling the life of a young woman whose innocence is irrevocably altered by societal hypocrisy and cruel fate. This powerful novel illustrates the harsh realities faced by women in 19th-century England, detailing Tess's struggles against class prejudice and moral judgment. Hardy masterfully constructs a narrative rich with natural imagery and psychological depth, conveying a tone of profound melancholy and social critique. The story argues against rigid moral codes, instead advocating for a more compassionate understanding of human frailty. It remains a compelling and heartbreaking examination of purity, injustice, and the enduring power of the human spirit.

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Description

Author: Thomas Hardy
Binding: Hardback
Published: GUILD PUBLISHING LONDON

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

Thomas Hardy's Tess of the D'Urbervilles presents a poignant Victorian tragedy, chronicling the life of a young woman whose innocence is irrevocably altered by societal hypocrisy and cruel fate. This powerful novel illustrates the harsh realities faced by women in 19th-century England, detailing Tess's struggles against class prejudice and moral judgment. Hardy masterfully constructs a narrative rich with natural imagery and psychological depth, conveying a tone of profound melancholy and social critique. The story argues against rigid moral codes, instead advocating for a more compassionate understanding of human frailty. It remains a compelling and heartbreaking examination of purity, injustice, and the enduring power of the human spirit.