Thomas hardy : the novels
Norman Page.
- Houndmills Palgrave Macmillan, 2001.
- 199 p. 22 cm.
- Kluwer litigation library. .
- Kluwer litigation library. .
This book provides models for close analysis of Hardy, with particular focus on Far from the Madding Crowd, The Mayor of Casterbridge, Tess of the d'Urbervilles, and Jude the Obscure. Part one focuses on major themes and key passages, while part two includes background information on Hardy's life and career, a guide to leading critics, and to further reading.