“You, and those like you, take your fill of pleasure on earth by making the life of such as me bitter and black with sorrow; and then it is a fine thing, when you have had enough of that, to think of securing your pleasure in heaven by becoming converted!”
Quote by Thomas Hardy
Work
Tess of the d'Urbervilles: A Pure Woman
This novel delves into the life of Tess, a young woman navigating the complexities of rural English society. It examines the challenges she faces due to her social status and her relationships with men, highlighting the struggle between societal expectations and personal desires. more
Author
Thomas Hardy
Thomas Hardy, a British novelist born on June 2, 1840, and died on January 11, 1928, is renowned for his novels that depict rural life, reflecting the social changes in 19th-century England. His works often carry a sense of pessimism, depicting the fates of characters with sympathy. more
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