Under the Greenwood Tree: A Rural Painting of the Dutch School (Classic Reprint)
No. of pages 230
Published: 2022
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"Under the Greenwood Tree" is a pastoral novel by Thomas Hardy that explores themes of love, rural life, and the passage of time. Set in the fictional village of Mellstock, it centers on the budding romance between the spirited schoolmistress, Felice Charmond, and the gentle carpenter, Dick Dewy. The story unfolds against the backdrop of traditional rural customs and the encroachment of modernity, with a rich cast of characters representing the complexities of village life. As the town grapples with change, Hardy paints a vivid picture of nature's beauty and the enduring charm of simple, country existence. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 230 pages in this book. This book was published in 2022 by Forgotten Books .
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.