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A Laodicean: a Story of To-day Illustrated


No. of pages 524

Published: 2021

Great for age 7-10 years

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"A Laodicean: A Story of To-day" by Thomas Hardy explores the themes of choice, social conflict, and the struggle between tradition and modernity. Set in the fictional village of Shaston, the novel follows the life of Jude, a young woman caught between her affection for the powerful but stagnant world of her wealthy suitor and the passionate, innovative vision of a struggling architect. As she navigates the conflicts of love and societal expectations, Hardy delves into the moral dilemmas of his characters, ultimately illuminating the complexities of human relationships and the struggle for self-identity in a changing world. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

 

There are 524 pages in this book. This book was published in 2021 by Amazon Digital Services LLC - KDP Print US .

THOMAS HARDY (1840-1928) was an English novelist and poet. London-based illustrator ANN KRONHEIMER specialises in children's publishing, picture and story books, early readers and educational books for infants up to young adults. She uses a dip pen and ink, sometimes with a wash and sometimes just line, combining traditional style with modern imagery.