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Thomas Hardy (Classic Reprint): The Artist, the Man and the Disciple of Destiny, a Lecture Delivered Before La Société Internationale, De Philologie, Science Et Beaux-Arts, on April 11, 1921 - Couverture souple

A. Stanton Whitfield

 
9781330180501: Thomas Hardy (Classic Reprint): The Artist, the Man and the Disciple of Destiny, a Lecture Delivered Before La Société Internationale, De Philologie, Science Et Beaux-Arts, on April 11, 1921

Synopsis

Thomas Hardy: The Artist explores how fate, nature, and craft shape the major novels and poetry of Thomas Hardy, offering a clear, accessible critique for readers new to his work and longtime fans alike.

This concise study frames Hardy as an artist, dividing his work into descriptive and interpretative modes. It examines how he blends natural observation with character study, and how themes of destiny and human striving recur across novels and verse. Through focused readings, the book situates Hardy alongside other literary voices, tracing his unique approach to narrative form, humor, and tragedy without getting mired in jargon.

Readers will encounter:
  • A detailed look at Hardy’s descriptive craft and his method of portraying life on the page
  • Analyses of major novels and selected poems through the lens of nature, fate, and human conduct
  • Comparisons with other writers and a discussion of how Hardy’s philosophy emerges in his art
  • Context about Hardy’s place in English letters and how critics have interpreted his work
Ideal for readers seeking a clear, informed introduction to Hardy’s artistry and for those curious about how a major novelist and poet integrates life, landscape, and fate into a unified creative vision.

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