Thomas Hardy – (Collected Works of Thomas Hardy)

Thomas Hardy

Author: (Collected Works of Thomas Hardy)

Publisher: Guild Publishing, London

Edition & Year: 1988 Edition

Binding: Hardcover

Pages: 1122

Size: 5.5 in × 9 in

This authoritative 1988 hardcover edition published by Guild Publishing, London presents a sweeping tribute to the life and literary achievement of Thomas Hardy—a writer whose works defined late Victorian and early modern English literature. With an impressive length of 1122 pages and a well-balanced 5.5 × 9-inch format, this volume stands as both a readable compendium and a collector’s classic.

Thomas Hardy’s writings—spanning novels, short stories, and poetry—explore the deep emotional and moral struggles of individuals caught between tradition and change. Set largely in the fictional region of Wessex, Hardy’s works examine themes of fate, social injustice, love, rural life, and the unstoppable forces of time and modernity. His unforgettable novels such as Tess of the d’Urbervilles, Far from the Madding Crowd, and Jude the Obscure reshaped English fiction through their psychological depth and compassionate realism.

This collected volume reflects Hardy’s enduring relevance, offering readers access to his profound narrative voice and lyrical sensitivity. The size and scope of the book make it an ideal reference for students and scholars, while its solid hardcover binding ensures durability for long-term preservation. Hardy’s influence — stretching back more than a century — firmly places this work within the realm of 100 Years Old Books, celebrating literature that continues to speak across generations.

Whether read for pleasure, study, or collection, Thomas Hardy remains an indispensable cornerstone of English literary heritage, capturing the soul of a rapidly changing world through timeless prose and poetic insight.

Collector’s Note

This Guild Publishing hardcover edition is a powerful tribute to Thomas Hardy’s monumental contribution to English literature. With over a century of enduring relevance, Hardy’s works belong unmistakably within the “100 Years Old Books” category, making this volume an excellent choice for collectors, scholars, and readers seeking timeless literary depth.