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ix, 157 p. ; 23 cm. Summary: "Tess of the D'Urbervilles is one of the classics of the British novel tradition and one of the most beloved works of the nineteenth century. This informed and insightful guide explores the style, structure, themes, critical reception and literary influence of Thomas Hardy's celebrated novel and also discusses its film and TV adaptations." "This is the ideal guide to reading and studying the novel, offering guidance on:" "Language, style and form" "Reading the novel" "Critical reception" "Adaptation and interpretation" "Further reading"--BOOK JACKET. TOC Contexts -- Language, style and form -- Reading Tess -- Critical reception and publishing history -- Adaptation, interpretation, and influence -- Guide to further reading. general Gregg A. Hecimovich. Includes bibliographical references and index. English PR4748 .H43 2010 823.8 823.8 9781847065995 (pbk.) 1847065996 (pbk.) 9781847065988 (hardcover) 1847065988 (hardcover) 2009052563 http://www.worldcat.org/title/hardys-tess-of-the-durbervilles-a-readers-guide/oclc/489257972&referer=brief_results http://www.worldcat.org/title/hardys-tess-of-the-durbervilles-a-readers-guide/oclc/489257972&referer=brief_results DLC 091214 20171210020002.0 6922 eng