Thomas Hardy

Lejos del mundanal ruido fue publicada mensualmente en Cornhill Magazine de manera anónima en 1874 y si bien es la cuarta novela de Thomas Hardy, fue la primera obra del autor que alcanzó éxito literario. En ella, Hardy nos situa en la region de Wessex, donde vive la joven Bathsheba Everdene, una mujer libre e independiente que se dedica a la administracion de la finca que ha heredado de su tio. Sin embargo, la muchacha no es ajena a los dilemas del amor, que la hacen dudar entre el sargento Troy, un hombre egoista y mujeriego, William Boldwood, un hacendado serio y elegante, y Gabriel Oak, un desafortunado pastor. Pero como otros personajes femeninos de la obra de Hardy, aunque Bathsheba vive en un mundo dominado por hombres, es una mujer fuerte y decidida que nunca vera en el matrimonio una solucion de futuro ni la unica via para la felicidad. Considerada como una de las mejores novelas romanticas de la literatura inglesa, Lejos del mundanal ruido presenta un hermoso cuadro de la Inglaterra rural victoriana, en el que vibran con fuerza las pasiones en un mundo aparentemente idilico.

Una de les grans histories d''amor de la literatura victoriana.Per a sorpresa de tothom, la jove Bathsheba Everdene, que ha heretat una gran finca rural, decideix fer-sen carrec ella mateixa, sense cedir-ne el control a cap home. Bonica com es, ben aviat li surten pretendents: el pastor Gabriel Oak, que treballa com a capatas a les seves ordres; lhisendat Boldwood, un prosper propietari duna finca veina que se nha enamorat apassionadament, i el sargent Francis Troy, expert amb lespasa i habil en les estrategies de lamor. Com que la Bathsheba es una noia rica que no sha de preocupar per res, tria amb el cor, ignorant que la passio sapaga i les cendres ho acaben ofegant tot.

John Durbeyfield, padre de siete hijos, haragán y borrachín, se entera un buen día de que su apellido es en realidad una deformación de dUrberville, un noble linaje normando que se remonta a los tiempos de Guillermo el Conquistador. Con este inesperado h

En una feria de ganado, un hombre borracho vende en pública subasta por cinco guineas a su mujer y a su hija -un bebé de meses- a un marinero. Al día siguiente, resacoso y avergonzado, jura ante Dios que no volverá a beber. Dieciocho años más tarde, es un próspero comerciante agrícola y una figura respetada de la comunidad de Casterbridge y una mujer y una muchacha se presentan ante él como la esposa y la hija que vendió.

Independent and spirited Bathsheba Everdene has come to Weatherbury to take up her position as a farmer on the largest estate in the area. Her bold presence draws three very different suitors: the gentleman-farmer Boldwood, soldier-seducer Sergeant Troy and the devoted shepherd Gabriel Oak. Each, in contrasting ways, unsettles her decisions and complicates her life, and tragedy ensues, threatening the stability of the whole community. The first of his works set in Wessex, Hardy's novel of swift passion and slow courtship is imbued with his evocative descriptions of rural life and landscapes, and with unflinching honesty about sexual relationships.

Hardy escribe una sensual novela con una seductora heroína y un crimen sin resolverCytherea Graye es una joven criada que descubre que su enamorado, Edward, está prometido con otra, por lo que decide aceptar la peticion de matrimonio del oscuro y seductor Aeneas Manston. Para su horror, Cytherea descubrira que su marido habia asesinado a su primera esposa. Despues de no pocas peripecias, equivocos y buenas dosis de peligro, y con la ayuda de su extravagante patrona, la señorita Aldclyffe, Cytherea queda libre para casarse con su verdadero amor. Un delicioso retrato de la campiña inglesa, escrito a la manera de Wilkie Collins, con las sutiles pinceladas sexuales que caracterizan la prosa de Hardy.Misterio y suspense, ilegitimidad, bigamia, asesinatos: la primera novela de Hardy es cautivadoraTHE GUARDIANUna novela deliciosa en la tradicion de Wilkie CollinsTHE VICTORIAN WEBUna joya llena de intriga del maestro Thomas HardyTHE TIMES

Jude Fawley es un joven de origen campesino cuya principal aspiración es acceder a tener unos estudios, para lo cual no escatima esfuerzos aun cuando se emplee en el oficio de cantero. La consecución de sus ilusiones, sin embargo, se vera afectada por sus relaciones, primero, con la desenvuelta Arabella Donn y, despues, con su viva e inteligente prima Sue. Los impulsos y las decisiones de Jude iran complicando de forma creciente y tragica su trayectoria vital hasta un desastrado fin que rubricara, precisamente, la oscuridad de su existencia.

Thomas Hardy está considerado uno de los grandes novelistas de su tiempo, pero despues de que críticos y lectores de su epoca le dieran la espalda a su ficción narrativa por considerarla demasiado incisiva, se refugio en su vieja pasion: la poesia. Hardy combina un gusto por los paisajes del xix (con sus brumas y fantasmas) y los ambientes rurales con un estilo seco y templado que influira decisivamente en poetas tan modernos como Larkin, Auden o Hughes. Su poesia prolonga algunos de los temas mas queridos de su literatura como la ambicion o la catastrofe. Pero si por algo destaca es por la exploracion de la gama completa de los sentimientos amorosos (del extasis al abandono) con una complejidad y crudeza ineditas. El presente volumen ofrece al lector una antologia que cubre una extensa parte de su obra poetica en la excelente traduccion de Xandru Fernandez.

John Durbeyfield, de la aldea de Marlott, arrendatario de una pequeña vivienda con terreno, padre de siete hijos, haragán y borrachín, se entera un buen día de que su apellido es en realidad una deformacion de dUrberville, un noble linaje normando que se remonta a los tiempos de Guillermo el Conquistador. Gracias a este inesperado hallazgo, decide con su mujer enviar a Tess, su hija mayor, a quien le habria gustado ser maestra de escuela, en busca de la proteccion de unos ricos dUrberville que viven en la region. Los Durbeyfield no lo saben, pero estos ricos dUrberville son en realidad la viuda y el hijo de un comerciante que adopto ese apellido para darse aires y no porque fuera autentico descendiente de tan antigua familia. En cualquier caso, la viuda, ciega y amante de las aves, y el hijo, un joven voluble y seductor, dan trabajo y alojamiento a la muchacha: tendra que cuidar las gallinas y enseñar a silbar a los pinzonesAsi se inicia el largo camino de Tess de los dUrberville (1891), que aqui presentamos en una nueva traduccion de Catalina Martinez Muñoz. Thomas Hardy traza el retrato, como indica en el subtitulo, de una mujer pura, y sobre todo de una mujer con una vida valiosa: una vida que, para ella que la sufria o la disfrutaba, adquiria dimensiones tan grandes como la suya para el soberano. Negado su derecho a la educacion, acuciada por un extremo sentido de la responsabilidad, sometida a una arbitraria ley de la sociedad que no tenia ningun fundamento natural, Tess es sin lugar a dudas una de las heroinas mas memorables de la literatura victoriana, precisamente porque cuestiona y rebate, con su azaroso destino, la moral de su epoca.Hardy es una imaginacion poderosa, un genio poetico y profundo, un alma amable y humana. Virginia Woolf

Two on a Tower Thomas Hardy - Two on a Tower is a novel by English author Thomas Hardy, classified by him as a romance and fantasy and now regarded as one of his minor works. The book is one of Hardys Wessex novels, set in a parallel version of late Victorian Dorset

The Hand of Ethelberta Thomas Hardy - The Hand of Ethelberta: A Comedy in Chapters is a novel by Thomas Hardy, published in 1876. It was written, in serial form, for the Cornhill Magazine, which was edited by Leslie Stephen, a friend and mentor of Hardys. Unlike the majority of Hardys fiction, the novel is a comedy, with both humour and a happy ending for the major characters and no suicides or tragic deaths. The late nineteenth century novelist George Gissing, who knew Hardy, considered it surely old Hardys poorest book

A Pair of Blue Eyes Thomas Hardy - Elfride finds herself caught in a battle between her heart, her mind and the expectations of her parents and society. The novel is notable for the strong parallels to Hardy and his first wife Emma Gifford. When Elfrides father finds that his guest and candidate for his daughters hand, architects assistant Stephen Smith, is the son of a mason, he immediately orders him to leave. This was the third of Hardys novels to be published and the first to bear his name.

The novel follows the activities of a group of west gallery musicians, the Mellstock parish choir, one of whom, Dick Dewy, becomes romantically entangled with a comely new village schoolmistress, Fancy Day.The novel opens with the fiddlers and singers of the choir including Dick, his father Reuben Dewy, and grandfather William Dewy making the rounds in Mellstock village on Christmas Eve. When the little band plays at the schoolhouse, young Dick falls for Fancy at first sight. Dick, smitten, seeks to insinuate himself into her life and affections, but Fancys beauty has gained her other suitors including Shiner, a rich farmer, and Mr Maybold, the new vicar at the parish church.

In "On the Western Circuit," Thomas Hardy intricately weaves a narrative that explores the complexities of love, duty, and social class within the confines of Victorian England. Through the stories of the young and impressionable Bathsheba Everdene and the earnest John Durbeyfield, Hardy employs a realist literary style marked by richly drawn characters and a keen observation of human emotions. The novella delves into themes of chance and the impact of societal expectations, ultimately delivering a poignant critique of a rigid social structure that stifles individual desires and relationships. Hardys use of irony and compassion accentuates the struggles faced by his characters, rendering their fates as both tragic and resonant within the broader context of 19th-century literature. Thomas Hardy, a novelist and poet of the Victorian era, was profoundly influenced by the changing social and industrial landscapes of his time. Born in Dorset and steeped in the rural traditions of England, Hardys experiences shaped his keen awareness of the tensions between progress and tradition, a hallmark reflected in his works. "On the Western Circuit," originally serialized in 1887, showcases Hardys fascination with the moral dilemmas faced by individuals in an evolving society, drawing from his own observations of human nature and social constraints. This novella is highly recommended for readers interested in the interplay of personal ambition and societal pressures. Hardys nuanced character portrayals and thoughtful commentary on love and class make this a vital read for those who appreciate the depth of human experience as captured in literature. Whether you are a long-time admirer of Hardys work or new to his writings, "On the Western Circuit" offers a compelling exploration of the heart and the human condition.

Thomas Hardy: Collected Works is a profound anthology that encapsulates the literary genius of one of the most venerated writers in English literature. This collection features an array of Hardys novels, poetry, and short stories, showcasing his characteristic themes of fate, rural life, and the intricacies of human relationships. His distinct narrative stylemarked by a blend of realism and poetic sensibilityprovides readers with a nuanced exploration of Victorian moral conflicts and the relentless forces of nature that shape human experiences. Hardys aptitude for vividly portraying the Dorset landscape serves to ground his characters in a world that is both beautifully captivating and harshly unrelenting. Thomas Hardy (1840-1928) was a prolific novelist and poet whose upbringing in the rural heart of England profoundly informed his literary voice. Initially training as an architect, Hardys shift to writing came after the publication of his first novel, and he soon became disenchanted with the rigid societal norms of his time. His deep-seated concerns about industrialization, the decline of rural life, and the plight of the individual in an indifferent universe became recurrent motifs in his work, making his writings remarkable commentaries on humanity. This collection is not simply a retrospective of Hardys work; it is an invitation for readers to delve deeper into the existential dilemmas and social critiques that marked the late 19th and early 20th centuries. For scholars and casual readers alike, Hardys Collected Works promise an enriching exploration of complex characters and poignant narratives that resonate with contemporary issues. Immerse yourself in this collection to appreciate the enduring relevance of Hardys literary contributions.

E-artnow presents to you the complete novels by one of the greatest novelists of English literature. This edition includes all 15 classics of this great Victorian author. His novels mainly concern tragic characters struggling against their passions and social circumstances, and they are often set in the semi-fictional region of Wessex.Content:Under the Greenwood TreeFar from the Madding CrowdThe Return of the NativeThe Mayor of CasterbridgeThe WoodlandersTess of the dUrbervillesJude the ObscureA Pair of Blue EyesThe Trumpet-MajorTwo on a TowerThe Romantic Adventures of a MilkmaidThe Well-BelovedDesperate RemediesThe Hand of EthelbertaA LaodiceanThomas Hardy (1840-1928) was an English novelist and poet. A Victorian realist in the tradition of George Eliot, he was influenced both in his novels and in his poetry by Romanticism, especially William Wordsworth. He was highly critical of much in Victorian society, especially on the declining status of rural people in Britain, such as those from his native South West England.His most famous novels include Tess of the dUrbervilles, Far from the Madding Crowd and Jude the Obscure.

In "An Imaginative Woman," Thomas Hardy explores the intricate contours of love, desire, and societal expectations through the poignant story of a young widow, Mrs. Edgerton. The narrative is distinguished by Hardys characteristic blend of realism and romanticism, where vivid descriptions and introspective characterizations reveal the complexities of human emotion. Set against the backdrop of Victorian England, the novella delves into the themes of imagination and yearning, reflecting contemporary discussions on gender roles and individual aspirations in the face of societal constraints. Hardys use of rich, descriptive language and his incisive psychological insight enable readers to grapple with the turbulent inner life of his protagonist while providing a tapestry of the eras moral landscape. Thomas Hardy, renowned for his profound understanding of rural life and the human condition, often drew from his own experiences in crafting compelling narratives. His background in architecture and his deep connection to Wessexthe fictional region representing his native Dorsetenrich his distinctive voice. "An Imaginative Woman" emerges from Hardys acute awareness of the plight of women within a rigid social structure, offering a unique perspective on the often overlooked emotional struggles of his characters. This novella is highly recommended for readers interested in the exploration of the Victorian psyche and those who appreciate character-driven narratives that challenge societal norms. Hardys keen observations and eloquent prose provide a hauntingly beautiful and thought-provoking experience that resonates with modern sensibilities, making this work a timeless gem in the landscape of English literature.