(Proverbs 31:29) In Thomas Hardy's Tess of the D"Urbervilles, Tess, the focal point of the novel, remained faithful at heart to her marriage despite all of her hardships. ... Many readers of Thomas Hardy's Tess of the D'Urbervilles believe that Alec, logically, is Tess's opposition throughout the novel. ... (Hardy 187) This seems to be more devastating to Tess than the rape itself. ... (Hardy 272) Even Marian and Izz try to help her. ... A common phrase, "Love can make you do crazy things," is perfectly exemplified in Thomas Harding's Tess of the D"Urbervilles. ...

• Word Count: 1633
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School

In his novel Tess of the D'Urbervilles, Thomas Hardy explores a multitude of concepts. ... One of the most important aspects of Tess of the D'Urbervilles is the style in which Hardy created the work. Perhaps the most noticeable aspect of Hardy's style is his use of irony. ... Another aspect of Hardy's style that enhances Tess of the D'Urbervilles is foreshadowing. ... One of the major themes discussed by Hardy in his novel is the status and place of women in society. ...

• Word Count: 2133
• Approx Pages: 9
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Thomas Hardy, the author, defends her as "A Pure Woman- until the end despite what views society took on him. ... Hardy defended Tess as one of the "good women-. ... Hardy in all the writings he does regarding this book defends Tess. ... (Hardy) Hardy believes that was not stripped of her purity when Alec first raped her. ...

• Word Count: 1929
• Approx Pages: 8
• Grade Level: High School