Under the Greenwood Tree: A Rural Painting of the Dutch School
No. of pages 148
Published: 2021
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"Under the Greenwood Tree" is a charming tale set in the fictional village of Mellstock in Dorset during the 19th century. The story revolves around the lives of the local villagers, particularly focusing on the budding romance between the shy and sensitive schoolmaster, Dick Dewy, and the beautiful, independent Margery Daw, the daughter of a local carpenter. As the community navigates the changes brought about by modernization and the encroachment of industrialization, themes of love, tradition, and social change unfold. Through rich descriptions and relatable characters, Hardy paints a vivid picture of rural life and its enduring beauty. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 148 pages in this book. This book was published in 2021 by Independently Published .
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.