Under the Greenwood Tree; Or, The Mellstock Quire

by Thomas Hardy

Overview

"Under the Greenwood Tree" is Thomas Hardy's enchanting tale of the Mellstock Quire, a group of rustic musicians, and the evolving romance between the young schoolmistress, Fancy Day, and Dick Dewy. Set against the vivid backdrop of a close-knit rural community in Victorian England, the novel celebrates the simplicity of country life, the beauty of tradition, and the complexities of love and choice. Hardy's gentle narrative captures the endearing quirks of his characters, making it a warm, inviting read that contrasts with his later, more somber works.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781910343944
Publisher:	Interactive Media
Publication date:	08/15/2014
Series:	Timeless Classic
Sold by:	StreetLib SRL
Format:	eBook
File size:	945 KB

About the Author

An English Victorian author of novels, poems, and short stories, Thomas Hardy (1840-1928) is best known for the classic books Far from the Madding Crowd, The Mayor of Casterbridge, Tess of the d'Urbervilles, and Jude the Obscure. Set mostly in the semi-imagined region of Wessex, Hardy’s fictional works retain their popularity thanks to an accessible style, Romantic plots, and richly drawn characters.

Date of Birth:

June 2, 1840

Date of Death:

January 11, 1928

Place of Birth:

Higher Brockhampon, Dorset, England

Place of Death:

Max Gate, Dorchester, England

Education:

Served as apprentice to architect James Hicks