Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Thomas Hardy

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58250

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Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Thomas Hardy

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en

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Project Gutenberg

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A comprehensive index of Thomas Hardy's works, featuring detailed tables of contents for his major novels, poetry collections, and lesser-known tales. This volume serves as an essential guide for readers exploring Hardy's extensive literary legacy, offering direct access to the original texts of his Wessex stories and poems.

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Compiled by David Widger, this volume serves as a definitive catalog of Thomas Hardy's literary output, offering a structured entry point for scholars and general readers to navigate his complex and enduring body of work. The text begins with a complete list of Hardy's novels, distinguishing between his famous narratives like 'Far from the Madding Crowd,' 'Tess of the d'Urbervilles,' 'The Return of the Native,' 'The Mayor of Casterbridge,' and 'Jude the Obscure.' It also details his poetry collections, including 'Poems of the Past and the Present,' 'Lyrics and Reveries,' and 'Late Lyrics and Earlier.' The compilation provides full tables of contents for twelve volumes, illustrating the narrative structures of major works. For instance, 'Far from the Madding Crowd' is organized into chapters exploring themes of pastoral tragedy and social interaction, while 'Tess of the d'Urbervilles' is divided into phases tracing the protagonist's journey from maidenhood to tragic consequence. 'The Return of the Native' is segmented into books focusing on the clash between characters and the harsh customs of the heath, and 'Jude the Obscure' is structured around the protagonist's movements between different towns, reflecting his struggles with ambition and fate. Beyond the major novels, the book includes excerpts from 'A Changed Man and Other Tales' and 'The Woodlanders,' offering glimpses into Hardy's domestic dramas and character studies. These sections highlight the breadth of his career, ranging from early satires like 'Satires of Circumstance' to his later lyrical verses. The text also features excerpts from 'A Pair of Blue Eyes,' where the narrative voice reflects on love and social standing, and 'The Hand of Ethelberta,' which explores themes of female agency and the management of estates. By presenting these diverse elements, the volume highlights the evolution of Hardy's style and themes, from the rural landscapes of Wessex to the psychological depths of his characters. It provides a comprehensive overview that allows readers to appreciate the full scope of Hardy's contributions to literature, from his narrative fiction to his poetic reflections on life, death, and the human condition.

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