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MRP: ₹ 250
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Binding
Paperback
Number of Pages
528
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
Tess of the D'Urbervilles — a best-loved essential classic in paperback — is brought to life in this HarperCollins edition. It follows Tess Durbeyfield as she seeks to escape poverty by claiming kinship with the aristocratic D'Urberville family. Challenging the hypocrisy and social conventions of rural Victorian England, Tess of the D'Urbervilles traces her path through desire, consequence, and the weight of judgment, told with searing pathos and heart-rending sentiment. This timeless tale is ideal for readers who savor literary fiction that interrogates society with empathy and insight.
Written with a lucid, empathetic voice, Tess of the D'Urbervilles invites readers to walk alongside Tess as she navigates poverty, reputation, and the judgments of a tight-knit world. The narrative follows Tess's experiences and her relationships with two very different men, offering a vivid portrait of a woman grappling with limited choices within a rigid social order. The pace, setting, and emotional arc combine to create an immersive, lingering reading experience that stays with you long after the last page.
Whether you love sweeping historical drama, sharp social critique, or a deeply personal heroine, Tess of the D'Urbervilles delivers a rare blend of tragedy and humanity that remains resonant today.
After finishing Tess of the D'Urbervilles, readers gain empathy for a heroine who endures immense challenges and a sharper understanding of how society judges actions and choices. This reading experience leaves you with lasting questions, helping you see dignity, resilience, and humanity in a new light.
Product Details
Author
Thomas Hardy
Publisher
Collins Pr
Number of Pages
528
Language
English
SKU
BK0004759
ISBN
9780007350919
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
10.9 x 3.3 x 17.5 cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 250
₹ 212
15% Off
Thomas Hardy was an English novelist and poet whose work explored social constraints, fate, and human emotion in rural England. The author’s work continues to be widely read and appreciated for its depth, originality, and lasting cultural significance. The author’s work continues to be widely read and appreciated for its depth, originality, and lasting cultural significance. The author’s work continues to be widely read and appreciated for its depth, originality, and lasting cultural significance.