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LoC No.: 05007600

Title: The Hardy Country: Literary landmarks of the Wessex Novels

Note: Illustrated by the author.

Credits: This ebook was transcribed by Les Bowler

Summary: "The Hardy Country: Literary Landmarks of the Wessex Novels" by Charles G. Harper is a literary exploration and guide written in the early 20th century. This work discusses the geographical and cultural landscapes that inspired Thomas Hardy's famous Wessex novels, particularly focusing on the rural regions of Dorsetshire. Harper provides insights into the real-life locations correlating with characters and events found in Hardy's stories, inviting readers to appreciate the beauty and charm of this literary region. The opening of the book establishes a vivid depiction of Dorsetshire, portraying it as an idyllic setting rich in pastoral beauty, with quaint customs and enduring rural traditions. Harper introduces the concept of "Hardy Country," emphasizing the strong connection between Hardy's narratives and the actual places he famously depicted, such as Dorchester and Egdon Heath. He expresses a sense of personal exploration and admiration for the landscapes, recounting encounters with notable Hardy characters as though they are reflections of actual people he met. This preface sets an inviting tone for readers to embark on a journey through the places that formed the backdrop of Fitzgerald’s profound tales of love, loss, and the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Author: Harper, Charles G. (Charles George), 1863-1943

EBook No.: 46801

Published: Sep 7, 2014

Downloads: 244

Language: English

Subject: Hardy, Thomas, 1840-1928 -- Knowledge -- Dorset (England)

Subject: Hardy, Thomas, 1840-1928. Wessex novels

Subject: Hardy, Thomas, 1840-1928 -- Fictional works

Subject: Literary landmarks -- England -- Dorset

Subject: Dorset (England) -- In literature

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:46801:2 2014-09-07T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Harper, Charles G. (Charles George) en urn:lccn:05007600 1
2025-08-02T10:03:45Z The Hardy Country: Literary landmarks of the Wessex Novels

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 05007600

Title: The Hardy Country: Literary landmarks of the Wessex Novels

Note: Illustrated by the author.

Credits: This ebook was transcribed by Les Bowler

Summary: "The Hardy Country: Literary Landmarks of the Wessex Novels" by Charles G. Harper is a literary exploration and guide written in the early 20th century. This work discusses the geographical and cultural landscapes that inspired Thomas Hardy's famous Wessex novels, particularly focusing on the rural regions of Dorsetshire. Harper provides insights into the real-life locations correlating with characters and events found in Hardy's stories, inviting readers to appreciate the beauty and charm of this literary region. The opening of the book establishes a vivid depiction of Dorsetshire, portraying it as an idyllic setting rich in pastoral beauty, with quaint customs and enduring rural traditions. Harper introduces the concept of "Hardy Country," emphasizing the strong connection between Hardy's narratives and the actual places he famously depicted, such as Dorchester and Egdon Heath. He expresses a sense of personal exploration and admiration for the landscapes, recounting encounters with notable Hardy characters as though they are reflections of actual people he met. This preface sets an inviting tone for readers to embark on a journey through the places that formed the backdrop of Fitzgerald’s profound tales of love, loss, and the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Author: Harper, Charles G. (Charles George), 1863-1943

EBook No.: 46801

Published: Sep 7, 2014

Downloads: 244

Language: English

Subject: Hardy, Thomas, 1840-1928 -- Knowledge -- Dorset (England)

Subject: Hardy, Thomas, 1840-1928. Wessex novels

Subject: Hardy, Thomas, 1840-1928 -- Fictional works

Subject: Literary landmarks -- England -- Dorset

Subject: Dorset (England) -- In literature

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:46801:3 2014-09-07T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Harper, Charles G. (Charles George) en urn:lccn:05007600 1