Thomas Hardy

Gebundenes Buch

Under the Greenwood Tree

Beschreibung

Under the Greenwood Tree, a tender and enchanting pastoral tale by the renowned author Thomas Hardy, transports readers to the idyllic and close-knit village of Mellstock, nestled in the picturesque Wessex countryside. Amidst the natural beauty and charming simplicity of rural life, a heartwarming love story unfolds between Dick Dewy, a young and earnest tranter, and Fancy Day, the village's captivating new schoolmistress. As the seasons change and village life unfolds, the couple's blossoming love is tested by the expectations and traditions of the close-knit community, as well as Fancy's aspirations for a life beyond Mellstock. Hardy skillfully weaves together the lives of the villagers, capturing the essence of rural life and the timeless themes of love, ambition, and the pursuit of happiness. Under the Greenwood Tree is a celebration of love, the beauty of the natural world, and the enduring charm of rural England. Thomas Hardy's evocative prose and masterful storytelling create an unforgettable portrait of a simpler time, filled with warmth, humor, and the enduring power of the human spirit. This enchanting novel is sure to delight readers and leave them with a lasting appreciation for the joys and trials of life in the countryside.

Autor

Thomas Hardy (1840 1928) is renowned for having had a significant influence on Victorian and early 20th-century literature. Hardy, who was born in Dorset, England, on June 2, 1840, came from a working-class family to become one of the greatest writers of his day. Hardy explored themes like love, fate, and the conflict between old and modern values in his works, which frequently portrayed the harsh reality of rural life. "The Mayor of Casterbridge" (1886), "The Return of the Native" (1878), "Far from the Madding Crowd" (1874), and "Tess of the d'Urbervilles" (1891) are a few notable works. His writing was distinguished by a close relationship to nature and a sharp understanding of human nature. Hardy was a talented poet in addition to his novelist, as evidenced by collections like "Wessex Poems" (1898) and "Poems of the Past and Present" (1902). Hardy's writings were increasingly more well-known throughout the 20th century for their realistic and profound psychological depth. Thomas Hardy's literary talents have ensured his enduring legacy as a master poet and storyteller, notwithstanding some debate around the seeming pessimism in his latter novels.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: MJP Publishers
• Seitenzahl: 194
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 222mm x 145mm x 14mm
• Gewicht: 382g
• ISBN-13: 9789355275172
• ISBN-10: 935527517X
• Artikelnr.: 69509104