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Selected Shorter Poems of Thomas Hardy [rare books]

Selected Shorter Poems of Thomas Hardy [rare books]

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Selected Shorter Poems of Thomas Hardy is a collection of lyrical and reflective poems by Thomas Hardy that explores themes of love, loss, memory, nature, time, and human suffering. Unlike his novels, Hardy’s poetry is often more personal and philosophical, shaped by his pessimistic view of life and his belief in fate and chance.

In these shorter poems, Hardy frequently reflects on failed relationships, the passing of time, and the indifference of nature to human emotions. Many poems also revisit rural life in Wessex, capturing both its beauty and its hardships. His writing is marked by simplicity of language, deep emotional intensity, and a sense of quiet tragedy, making even everyday moments feel meaningful and reflective.

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Thomas Hardy was a major English writer of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He is best known for his novels such as Tess of the d’Urbervilles and Far from the Madding Crowd, but later in life he focused mainly on poetry. Hardy’s works often depict rural England and explore themes of fate, social constraints, and human suffering. His poetry, especially, reflects his philosophical outlook on life and his deep sensitivity to nature and human emotion, making him one of the most important literary figures of the Victorian and post-Victorian era.

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