The Return of the Native Part 1

Thomas Hardy 지음

문학일독 2025년 02월 17일 출간

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Eustacia Vye, a passionate and rebellious woman, longs to escape the bleak landscape of Egdon Heath. She dreams of a more exciting life beyond the heath and despises its dull inhabitants. Meanwhile, Clym Yeobright, an ambitious young man, returns from Paris, hoping to educate the local people. His cousin Thomasin faces trouble when her engagement to Damon Wildeve falls apart due to legal issues, causing distress to her aunt, Mrs. Yeobright. Eustacia, seeing Wildeve as a means of escape, rekindles their secret romance despite his wavering commitment. However, when Wildeve ultimately chooses Thomasin, Eustacia’s dreams of leaving Egdon are crushed. Upon hearing about Clym’s return, she shifts her focus to him, believing he might be her true chance at freedom. Their fates begin to intertwine as love, ambition, and social expectations set the stage for conflict.

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PREFACE
BOOK FIRST—THE THREE WOMEN
I. A Face on Which Time Makes but Little Impression
II. Humanity Appears upon the Scene, Hand in Hand with Trouble
III. The Custom of the Country
IV. The Halt on the Turnpike Road
V. Perplexity among Honest People
VI. The Figure against the Sky
VII. Queen of Night
VIII. Those Who Are Found Where There Is Said to Be Nobody
IX. Love Leads a Shrewd Man into Strategy
X. A Desperate Attempt at Persuasion
XI. The Dishonesty of an Honest Woman
BOOK SECOND—THE ARRIVAL
I. Tidings of the Comer
II. The People at Blooms-End Make Ready
III. How a Little Sound Produced a Great Dream
IV. Eustacia Is Led on to an Adventure

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저자(글) Thomas Hardy

Thomas Hardy (1840–1928) was an English novelist and poet, widely recognized as a leading figure in realism and naturalism. Through works such as Tess of the d’Urbervilles and Jude the Obscure, he explored themes of moral hypocrisy and the inescapable fate of individuals within society. His novels are primarily set in the fictional region of Wessex, portraying characters who struggle against societal constraints and cruel destiny. Initially trained as an architect, Hardy later devoted himself to literature, emphasizing the tragic nature of human existence. His works, including Far from the Madding Crowd, vividly depict the relationship between nature and human life, leaving a lasting impression on readers with their emotional depth. However, following the controversy surrounding Jude the Obscure, Hardy ceased writing novels and turned to poetry. As a poet, he reflected on human fate and the changes of the era, infusing his works with philosophical contemplation. His literature continues to influence modern writers and holds a significant place in English literary history.