Introduction In his straightforward poem “He Never Expected Much,” Hardy addresses the ups and downs of life as well as its unavoidable conclusion. He explores the unfairness, sadness, and fleeting moments of enjoyment that characterize life. The speaker in Hardy’s opening lines remembers when he was younger and realized that life wouldn’t always be ideal, … Read more
Introduction: ‘The Man He Killed’ is a poem written by Thomas Hardy. It is a poem that delves into the mind of a man traumatized by war, thus allowing the reader a peek into the mind of a soldier from a war-torn region. About the Poet: Thomas Hardy (1840-1928) was a prominent English novelist and … Read more
Tess – Daughter of a Poor Man John Durbeyfield is a poor man and is the father of Tess. He is stunned to find that he belonged to an ancient noble family. Tess, her daughter exchange glanced with a man in the May Day Dance in the village. Tess’s father sends her to D’Urbervilles palace … Read more
