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JUDE THE OBSCURE

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Set in late 19th-century England, this novel follows Jude Fawley, a working-class man with aspirations of becoming a scholar. Struggling against societal norms and personal desires, Jude's life intertwines with his cousin Sue Bridehead, whose independent spirit complicates their relationship. The story delves into themes of social class, marriage, and the constraints of Victorian society, ultimately exploring the tragic consequences of their dreams and the harsh realities they face. Hardy's poignant narrative critiques the limitations imposed on individual aspirations.

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JUDE THE OBSCURE, Thomas Hardy

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2020
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Language
English
Released
2020
Format
Paperback
Pages
420
ISBN13
9781861711588
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Set in late 19th-century England, this novel follows Jude Fawley, a working-class man with aspirations of becoming a scholar. Struggling against societal norms and personal desires, Jude's life intertwines with his cousin Sue Bridehead, whose independent spirit complicates their relationship. The story delves into themes of social class, marriage, and the constraints of Victorian society, ultimately exploring the tragic consequences of their dreams and the harsh realities they face. Hardy's poignant narrative critiques the limitations imposed on individual aspirations.