Middle Age Enthusiasms
by Thomas Hardy
'Middle Age Enthusiasms' Summary
The poems within *Middle Age Enthusiasms* showcase Hardy's signature blend of realism and romanticism, highlighting the beauty and harshness of rural life. The collection often features melancholic musings on lost love, fading youthful passions, and the inexorable march of time. Hardy's characters navigate the intricacies of human relationships, grappling with the realities of aging and the bittersweet memories of a life lived. Through evocative imagery and poignant verses, the poems evoke a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era, while simultaneously exploring the profound impact of time on human experience.Book Details
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Thomas Hardy
England
Hardy wrote poetry throughout his life and regarded himself primarily as a poet, his first collection was not published until 1898. Initially, he gained fame as the author of novels such as Far from t...
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