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Wessex Tales
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General FictionHistorical FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023110822
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 214
Weight: 0.67
Height: 0.45 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Experience the heart of rural England with Thomas Hardy's Wessex Tales, a collection of short stories steeped in the lore and landscapes of Wessex. A master of English literature and regional fiction, Hardy paints vivid portraits of life in a bygone era. These meticulously crafted stories explore the enduring themes of love, loss, fate, and the struggles of everyday people against the backdrop of the historical Wessex countryside.
Hardy's keen observations and lyrical prose capture the essence of this unique region, bringing its traditions, customs, and characters to life with remarkable authenticity. Dive into this collection of captivating narratives, a timeless exploration of human nature and the power of place, in these tales that continue to resonate with readers. A quintessential work of English literature, Wessex Tales offers a glimpse into a world both familiar and remote, a testament to Hardy's enduring legacy.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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