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portada Wessex Poems And Other Verses
Type
Physical Book
Language
English
Pages
122
Format
Paperback
Dimensions
21.6 x 14.0 x 0.7 cm
ISBN13
9789355844347

Wessex Poems And Other Verses

Hardy, Thomas (Author) · True Sign Publishing House Private Limited · Paperback

Wessex Poems And Other Verses - Hardy, Thomas

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Synopsis "Wessex Poems And Other Verses"

Wessex Poems and Other Verses (1898) marks Thomas Hardy's remarkable transition from acclaimed novelist to celebrated poet. This collection brings together over 50 lyrical, dramatic, and narrative poems inspired by the landscapes, traditions, and people of Hardy's fictional Wessex-a region rooted in the real English countryside of Dorset and surrounding counties. Deeply atmospheric and emotionally rich, these poems reflect Hardy's deep connection to rural life, nature, and history. Many are infused with nostalgia, melancholy, and a philosophical questioning of fate, time, and human suffering. Themes of love lost, unfulfilled longing, and the harsh truths of existence echo throughout the verses, often enhanced by Hardy's vivid imagery and innovative rhythms. Hardy's Wessex is not merely a backdrop-it is a living, breathing character in his work, evoking the timeless struggles and quiet dignity of those who inhabit it. This collection also features some poems that reflect on personal grief and social change, offering insight into Hardy's evolving worldview at the end of the 19th century. A cornerstone of his poetic legacy, Wessex Poems and Other Verses showcases Hardy's mastery of mood and his unique ability to blend storytelling with lyrical precision-making it essential reading for lovers of English literature and poetry.

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