Selected Poems
(Author) Thomas HardyA generous selection of poems by a major Victorian writer, a virtuoso of traditional forms who came to be recognized as a uniquely inventive and original voice in modern poetry This selection of poems by Thomas Hardy (1840-1928), edited by David Bromwich, covers the range of Hardy's extraordinary work: songs, ballads, and sonnets, dramatic monologues and elegies, along with poems that mark epochal events, such as the end of the Great War. This selection shows why Hardy has been admired as the most inward and personal of the moderns, yet also the most accessible and widely read. Included here is the full and integral text of Chosen Poems of Thomas Hardy, the final selection of his own work that Hardy chose to publish. Bromwich has selected more than one hundred fifty additional poems that cover the length of Hardy's career, from Wessex Poems to Winter Words. His critical and biographical introduction sets Hardy's achievement in the context of a career in prose and poetry that has no parallel.
Thomas Hardy
Thomas Hardy was an English novelist and poet known for his novels set in the fictional county of Wessex, which explored themes of rural life, social class, and the changing landscape of England. Some of his most notable works include "Tess of the d'Urbervilles," "Far from the Madding Crowd," and "The Mayor of Casterbridge."
Hardy's writing style is characterized by his use of natural imagery, detailed descriptions of the English countryside, and his exploration of the complexities of human relationships. His works often challenge Victorian moral conventions and highlight the struggles of ordinary people in a rapidly changing society.
Hardy's contributions to literature include his innovative use of symbolism, his exploration of the impact of modernization on rural communities, and his portrayal of strong, independent female characters. His novels have had a lasting impact on the literary genre of the English novel, influencing later writers such as D.H. Lawrence and Virginia Woolf.
One of Hardy's most famous works is "Tess of the d'Urbervilles," which tells the tragic story of a young woman who is betrayed by the social expectations of her time. This novel is considered a classic of English literature and continues to be studied and admired for its powerful storytelling and social commentary.
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