| Author |
Hardy, Thomas, 1840-1928 |
| Title |
The Well-Beloved: A Sketch of a Temperament
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Les Bowler, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Well-Beloved: A Sketch of a Temperament" by Thomas Hardy is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Jocelyn Pierston, a sculptor who feels a fleeting, eternal connection to an idealized figure he refers to as the "Well-Beloved." His pursuit of this elusive ideal unfolds against the backdrop of a unique, enchanting island, presenting themes of love, art, and the complexities of human relationships. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the setting of the Isle of Slingers, a quaint and picturesque land full of ancient customs and beliefs. Jocelyn returns home from London after years of absence, reflecting on his past and the people there. He encounters Avice Caro, a young woman with whom he shares a deep yet complicated bond. Despite their childhood affection, the dynamics have shifted now that Avice has grown into womanhood, leaving Jocelyn in a state of longing and confusion about his feelings. This opening introduces key elements of the narrative, such as Jocelyn's artistic aspirations and the nature of his idealized love, suggesting a story rich with emotional depth and philosophical inquiry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Psychological fiction
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| Subject |
Mothers and daughters -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Sculptors -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Portland (England) -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
3326 |
| Release Date |
Jul 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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