Publisher's Synopsis
The Hardy Country: Literary Landmarks Of The Wessex Novels is a book written by Charles G. Harper. It is a comprehensive guide to the literary landmarks of the Wessex novels, which were written by Thomas Hardy. The book provides a detailed account of the places that inspired Hardy's works and the characters that populated them. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a specific geographic area. The chapters cover the major towns and villages of Wessex, including Dorchester, Shaftesbury, and Salisbury. The book also includes a detailed map of the region, which shows the locations of the various landmarks and places of interest.In addition to the geographic landmarks, the book also provides information on the literary landmarks of the Wessex novels. This includes the homes of the various characters, such as Tess of the d'Urbervilles and Jude the Obscure. The book also provides information on the historical and cultural context of the novels, including the social and political issues of the time.Overall, The Hardy Country: Literary Landmarks Of The Wessex Novels is a comprehensive guide to the world of Thomas Hardy's novels. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the literature and history of Wessex, and for fans of Thomas Hardy's work.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
