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A Group of Noble Dames
Paperback
HumorClassic FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781142667993
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Jan 4 2010
Pages: 312
Weight: 0.97
Height: 0.65 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A Group of Noble Dames is a collection of short stories by Thomas Hardy, first published in 1891. Set in Hardy's fictional Wessex, the tales recount the lives and loves of various aristocratic women. Each story offers a glimpse into the social customs and moral complexities of the time, showcasing Hardy's keen observations of human nature and his evocative descriptions of the English countryside.
The collection includes stories such as The First Countess of Wessex, Barbara of the House of Grebe, and The Marchioness of Stonehenge, each presenting a unique and compelling narrative of love, marriage, and societal expectations. Hardy's storytelling prowess brings these characters to life, inviting readers to contemplate the enduring themes of fate, passion, and the constraints of social class.
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