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Jude the Obscure - Thomas Hardy
Jude the Obscure, by Thomas Hardy, was first published in 1895. With its controversial themes, the novel was met with negative reviews. The novel attacked many of the long-held societal institutions, which is bound to meet with some resistence. But, then too, who can forget the fate of the children in Jude the Obscure?
'Jude the Obscure' Review
Jude the Obscure is the last of Thomas Hardy's novels. Because of the fierce reception the novel received when it was published (critics savaged both what they saw as its obscenity and its pessimism), Hardy gave up writing in prose, turning his concentration to poetry. Literary fiction's loss turned out to be poetry's gain. Hardy produced some...
'Jude the Obscure' Quotes
Jude the Obscure is one of the most famous (and controversial) works by Thomas Hardy. The pursuit of education was Jude's primary goal, but tragedy and misadventure continues to thwart his every step. Here are a few quotes from the novel.
'Jude the Obscure' Questions for Study and Discussion
Jude the Obscure is one of the most famous novel by Thomas Hardy. But, what does all that tragedy mean? And, why is the book so controversial? What does the book have to say about the state of society? About education? Here are a few questions for study and discussion.