Research on Hardy's Poetry

Author: Yan Xuejun
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
Features: This book aims to reveal the richness and depth of Hardy's thoughts and emotions through an in-depth study of his poetry. To comprehensively analyze Hardy's thoughts and emotions, this book focuses on six important themes in his poetry. These six themes are interconnected and complementary, forming a crucial part of Hardy's intellectual and emotional landscape. The book is divided into four parts. Part "Hardy the Poet" consists of two chapters. The second part, "Basic Themes in Hardy's Poetry and a Study of The King's," delves into six fundamental themes in Hardy's poetry—love, war, religion, nature, time, and death—to uncover the central message of his work: exploring the dilemmas of human existence and seeking ways to overcome these challenges. The third part focuses on "The Overall Characteristics of Themes in Hardy's Poetry." The fourth part, "Hardy: Art and Thought," is composed of three chapters.