Thomas Hardy

Thomas Hardy was a renowned English novelist and poet known for his powerfully visual novels and his criticism of Victorian society.

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June 2, 1840

January 11, 1928

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Thomas Hardy was a distinguished English novelist and poet, recognized for his vividly descriptive novels and critique of Victorian society. He authored notable works such as “Tess of the D’Urbervilles,” “Far from the Madding Crowd,” “The Mayor of Casterbridge,” “Jude the Obscure,” and “The Return of the Native.” These novels often delved into themes of social class and morality within rural settings. As a skilled poet, Hardy published collections like “Wessex Poems” and “Poems of the Past and Present.” His literary accomplishments continue to impact contemporary literature, with his works being adapted into films and television series. Besides his writing career, Hardy was trained as an architect, which may have influenced the meticulous detail and sense of place in his writing.