A Pair of Blue Eyes: The 19th Century Thomas Hardy Romance Novel (Annotated)

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Unique Elements Historical Context - Detailed 19th Century Historical Outline "If I really seem vain, it is that I am only vain in my ways—not in my heart. The worst women are those vain in their hearts, and not in their ways." An Engaging Victorian Era Literary Classic by Thomas Hardy A Pair of Blue Eyes is a 19th Century historical novel by English author Thomas Hardy first published in 1873 and is one of those novels that will stay with you long after you've finished reading it. A story about a strong-willed, impulsive Elfride Swancourt, who lives in the Wessex countryside and advocates for the poor. Elfride is caught in a love triangle between two men: Stephen Smith, a young architect from London, and Henry Knight, a middle-aged man who is in love with her. Both men are in love with Elfride, and she must choose between them. Ultimately, Elfride's decisions are driven by her strong sense of morality and her own brash impulses, and the consequences of her choices resonate throughout the novel. A Pair of Blue Eyes is a timeless story that speaks to the human condition and our endlessly complex relationship to fate. Be transported back in time to the early 1800’s with this beautifully written novel about love, morality, sacrifice and loss. This book is sure to be a favorite for anyone who loves classic literature. We provide an original unabridged, professionally formatted, edition . Our publications give the best reading experience possible and are perfect for any reader who wants to read classic literature in its original form. Purchase one of our editions today and see the difference for yourself! Thomas Hardy (1840-1922) was an English novelist and poet born in Higher Bockhampton, Dorset. He was the son of a stonemason and grew up working on his father's farm. Hardy went on to write over 20 novels, as well as plays, poems, and short stories. His works often deal with themes of love, loss, and death , and his writings often reflect his rural roots. Hardy is considered to be one of the most important authors of the Victorian era, and his works continue to be popular today, his most popular works are Far From the Madding Crowd (1874), Tess of the D'Urbervilles (1891) and Jude the Obscure (1896).