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Tess of the D’Urbervilles

admin12 — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:21:00 +0000

In this classic tragedy, Tess is sent to live with the wealthy D’Urbervilles after her poor father discovers a family connection. But her father’s dreams of a better life for his daughter ultimately lead to tragedy.

Jude the Obscure

admin12 — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:12:24 +0000

Met with outrage when it was first published in 1895, Jude the Obscure tells the story of a poor stonemason who dreams of studying at university only to find social conventions, religion and class prejudice conspiring to thwart his hopes.

Far from the Madding Crowd

admin12 — Sun, 12 Sep 2010 18:05:27 +0000

A farmer, soldier and a shepherd are all after one thing: the heart of Bathsheba Everdene. But can any of them win over the young and independent farm owner?

Tess of the D’Urbervilles

admin12 — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 15:54:11 +0000

In this classic tragedy, Tess is sent to live with the wealthy d’Urbervilles after her poor father discovers a family connection. But her father’s dreams of a better life for his daughter ultimately lead to tragedy.