Thomas Hardy

by Richard Carpenter

Twayne's United States Authors, English Authors, and World Authors Series present concise critical introductions to great writers and their works.Devoted to critical interpretation and discussion of an author's work, each study takes account of major literary trends and important scholarly contributions and provides new critical insights with an original point of view. An Authors Series volume addresses readers ranging from advanced high school students to university professors. The book suggests to the informed reader new ways of considering a writer's work.

Each volume features:

-- A critical, interpretive study and explication of the author's works

-- A brief biography of the author

-- An accessible chronology outlining the life, the work, and relevant historical context

-- Aids for further study: complete notes and references, a selected annotated bibliography and an index

-- A readable style presented in a manageable length

Genres: Nonfiction, Literary Criticism

224 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1964

About the author

Richard Michael "Kip" Carpenter (14 August 1929 – 26 February 2012) was an English screenwriter, author, and actor who created a number of British television series, including Robin of Sherwood and Catweazle.

Reviews

[Kathy Stone · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really liked this book. I have not taken the time to read any of Thomas Hardy, but after reading this book and John Fowles I feel that I really need to. I did take "The Mayor of Castlebridge" out of my library, but I have no idea if I will get to it this summer or not. I started reading some magazines that have been taking up valuable space in my car so we shall see.