Wessex Tales by Thomas Hardy
Strange, Lively, and Commonplace
The book is a collection of short stories set in the fictional region of Wessex, capturing the rural life and traditions of 19th-century England. Through a series of narratives, it explores themes such as love, fate, and social class, often highlighting the struggles and moral dilemmas faced by ordinary people. The stories are rich in Hardy's characteristic realism and attention to detail, offering a poignant reflection on the human condition and the inevitable changes brought by time and progress.
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- Published
- 1888
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- English
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