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Jude the Obscure (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)

About Jude the Obscure (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)

In Jude the Obscure, Thomas Hardy weaves a complex narrative around Jude Fawley's aspirations and struggles. From his humble beginnings with dreams of academia to a tumultuous personal life marked by a hasty marriage, Hardy plunges Jude into a series of romantic entanglements and societal condemnations that challenge his ideals and desires. The novel navigates through themes of love, social ostracism, and the rigid constraints of Victorian society, leaving readers pondering the costs of convention and the pursuit of personal fulfillment. Jude the Obscure delves into the harsh realities of Victorian England, critiquing institutions like marriage, religion, and education through the life of Jude Fawley. Hardy's narrative reflects his personal struggles with class and education, paralleling Jude's unattainable academic dreams. The novel's stark portrayal of societal constraints and personal tragedies presents a compelling argument against the oppressive norms of the time, making it a significant piece in the canon of English literature. This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9781778783319
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Published:
  • April 8, 2024
  • Dimensions:
  • 152x229x25 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 730 g.
Delivery: 2-3 weeks
Expected delivery: December 12, 2024

Description of Jude the Obscure (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)

In Jude the Obscure, Thomas Hardy weaves a complex narrative around Jude Fawley's aspirations and struggles. From his humble beginnings with dreams of academia to a tumultuous personal life marked by a hasty marriage, Hardy plunges Jude into a series of romantic entanglements and societal condemnations that challenge his ideals and desires. The novel navigates through themes of love, social ostracism, and the rigid constraints of Victorian society, leaving readers pondering the costs of convention and the pursuit of personal fulfillment.

Jude the Obscure delves into the harsh realities of Victorian England, critiquing institutions like marriage, religion, and education through the life of Jude Fawley. Hardy's narrative reflects his personal struggles with class and education, paralleling Jude's unattainable academic dreams. The novel's stark portrayal of societal constraints and personal tragedies presents a compelling argument against the oppressive norms of the time, making it a significant piece in the canon of English literature.

This case laminate collector's edition includes a Victorian inspired dust-jacket.

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