Tess of the D’Urbervilles

Ranked among the 100 Best Novels by The Telegraph

Thomas Hardy’s timeless masterpiece, Tess of the D’Urbervilles, is a gripping exploration of fate, innocence, and the harsh realities of Victorian society. This annotated edition, part of the Carlini Classics collection, offers a compelling journey into the life of Tess Durbeyfield, a young woman of humble origins who becomes entangled in a web of circumstance and tragedy.

As Tess navigates a world of rigid social expectations, she encounters both love and betrayal. Her encounters with the manipulative Alec D’Urberville and the idealistic Angel Clare test the limits of her resilience and challenge the very foundations of morality. Hardy’s masterful storytelling paints a vivid picture of rural England, where the beauty of the natural world contrasts sharply with the harshness of human existence.

This beautifully annotated edition from Carlini Classics offers a deeper understanding of Hardy’s tragic masterpiece, featuring:

• A detailed biography of Thomas Hardy
• An annotated guide to Hardy’s other works

A poignant and thought-provoking exploration of the human condition, Tess of the D’Urbervilles remains a powerful testament to the enduring spirit of the individual in the face of adversity.

About the author

Thomas Hardy (1840–1928) was an English novelist and poet, best known for his exploration of social and moral themes, as seen in works such as Far from the Madding Crowd, Jude the Obscure, and The Mayor of Casterbridge. His keen observations of human nature and the complex forces shaping individuals’ lives have cemented his place as one of the greatest literary figures of the 19th century.