Phillip Mallett , Jolyon Connell (Editor), Katie Sanderson (Editor),
The Connell Guide to Thomas Hardy's Far from the Madding Crowd (Advanced study text guide)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781907776151
- author:
- Phillip Mallett , Jolyon Connell (Editor), Katie Sanderson (Editor),
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Connell Guides
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 148
- Dimensions:
- 11 x 1 x 17.2 cm
- Genre:
- Poetry, Drama & Criticism, History & Criticism,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Thomas Hardy's Far From the Madding Crowd is a novel that defies expectations. Initially intended as a quiet story, it took on a life of its own, exploring themes that were both dark and uplifting. The novel follows Bathsheba, who makes a choice that has far-reaching consequences, and her journey towards redemption. While some critics have noted the "violent sensationalism" in the book, Hardy himself saw it as a work of charm and humour, with a sense of community and tradition that endures despite the challenges of rural life. Published nearly 30 years after its initial publication, Far From the Madding Crowd remains a celebration of the human spirit, offering a nuanced portrayal of life in late 19th-century England.
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