Thomas Hardy's Dorset (1922)

Thomas Hardy's Dorset is a book written by Robert Thurston Hopkins in 1922. The book is a detailed account of the life and works of Thomas Hardy, a renowned English novelist and poet, particularly focusing on his relationship with the county of Dorset. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Hardy's life, from his childhood in Dorset to his rise as a successful writer. It also explores his literary works, including his novels, poems, and short stories, and how they were influenced by the landscapes, people, and culture of Dorset. Throughout the book, Hopkins provides vivid descriptions of the various locations in Dorset that inspired Hardy's writing, such as the villages of Evershot and Stinsford, the town of Dorchester, and the countryside of the Wessex region. He also discusses the historical and cultural significance of these places, and how they shaped Hardy's vision of rural life in England. Overall, Thomas Hardy's Dorset is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and works of Thomas Hardy, as well as for those who wish to learn more about the literary and cultural history of Dorset.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.