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Tess of the D'Urbervilles (Penguin Classics),Used
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A heartbreaking portrayal of a woman faced by an impossible choice in the pursuit of happinessWhen Tess Durbeyfield is driven by family poverty to claim kinship with the wealthy D'Urbervilles and seek a portion of their family fortune, meeting her 'cousin' Alec proves to be her downfall. A very different man, Angel Clare, seems to offer her love and salvation, but Tess must choose whether to reveal her past or remain silent in the hope of a peaceful future. With its sensitive depiction of the wronged Tess and powerful criticism of social convention, Tess of the D'Urbervilles, subtitled "A Pure Woman," is one of the most moving and poetic of Hardy's novels.Based on the threevolume first edition that shocked readers when first published in 1891, this edition includes as appendices: Hardy's Prefaces, the Landscapes of Tess, episodes originally censored from the Graphic periodical version, and a selection of the Graphic illustrations.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the Englishspeaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as uptodate translations by awardwinning translators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Tess of the D'Urbervilles? A: The main theme of Tess of the D'Urbervilles revolves around the struggles of a woman faced with societal expectations and personal choices, particularly in her pursuit of happiness against the backdrop of family poverty.
- Q: Who is the author of Tess of the D'Urbervilles? A: The author of Tess of the D'Urbervilles is Thomas Hardy, a renowned English novelist and poet known for his critical portrayal of Victorian society.
- Q: What is the length of Tess of the D'Urbervilles? A: Tess of the D'Urbervilles has a total of 592 pages, making it a substantial read.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition of Tess of the D'Urbervilles was published on May 27, 2003.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of Tess of the D'Urbervilles is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is Tess of the D'Urbervilles suitable for modern readers? A: Yes, Tess of the D'Urbervilles is suitable for modern readers as it offers timeless themes and is enhanced with introductions and notes by distinguished scholars.
- Q: What additional content is included in this edition? A: This edition includes appendices such as Hardy's Prefaces, landscapes related to the novel, previously censored episodes, and a selection of illustrations from the Graphic periodical.
- Q: What genre does Tess of the D'Urbervilles belong to? A: Tess of the D'Urbervilles belongs to the Classics genre, specifically falling under the category of literary fiction.
- Q: Is there a specific audience that would benefit from reading this book? A: Readers interested in classic literature, social issues, and in-depth character studies will benefit from reading Tess of the D'Urbervilles.
- Q: Does this book have a sequel or related works? A: Tess of the D'Urbervilles does not have a sequel, but it is part of Thomas Hardy's broader body of work that often explores similar themes of fate and social constraints.