Wessex Tales
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Publisher Description
Wessex Tales
Thomas Hardy, english novelist and poet (1840-1928)
This ebook presents «Wessex Tales», from Thomas Hardy. A dynamic table of contents enables to jump directly to the chapter selected.
Table of Contents
-01- About this book
-02- PREFACE
-03- AN IMAGINATIVE WOMAN
-04- THE THREE STRANGERS
-05- THE WITHERED ARM
-06- CHAPTER I. A LORN MILKMAID
-07- CHAPTER II. THE YOUNG WIFE
-08- CHAPTER III. A VISION
-09- CHAPTER IV. A SUGGESTION
-10- CHAPTER V. CONJUROR TRENDLE
-11- CHAPTER VI. A SECOND ATTEMPT
-12- CHAPTER VII. A RIDE
-13- CHAPTER VIII. A WATER-SIDE HERMIT
-14- CHAPTER IX. A RENCOUNTER
-15- FELLOW-TOWNSMEN
-16- INTERLOPERS AT THE KNAP
-17- THE DISTRACTED PREACHER
-18- CHAPTER I. HOW HIS COLD WAS CURED
-19- CHAPTER II. HOW HE SAW TWO OTHER MEN
-20- CHAPTER III. THE MYSTERIOUS GREATCOAT
-21- CHAPTER IV. AT THE TIME OF THE NEW MOON
-22- CHAPTER V. HOW THEY WENT TO LULSTEAD COVE
-23- CHAPTER VI. THE GREAT SEARCH AT NETHER-MOYNTON
-24- CHAPTER VII. THE WALK TO WARM’ELL CROSS AND AFTERWARDS
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Originally published in 1888, Hardy's classic collection of short tales set in early-19th-century Southwest England examines the lives of everyday folk, many of whom go through otherworldly occurrences. Neville Jason deftly narrates this audio edition. With only minor shifts in tone, Jason lends each character a distinct voice that is easily recognizable to listeners. Additionally, Jason's narration possesses an eloquence that will delight listeners and transport them to another time and place where the magical was indeed possible. While the book's language may seem dated to some listeners, Jason does his best to incorporate a slightly modern approach into his performance, and this brings a sense of immediacy to the stories. An enjoyable listen from start to finish and a must for Hardy fans.
