02111cam a22003013u 4500 3167 UtSlPG 20260610133108.0 m cr n 260607r2002||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Hardy, Thomas, 1840-1928 Wessex Poems and Other Verses Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2002 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2002-04-01 Transcribed from the 1919 Macmillan and Co. “Wessex Poems and Other Verses; Poems of the Past and the Present” edition by David Price "Wessex Poems and Other Verses" by Thomas Hardy is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. This anthology encapsulates Hardy's reflections on rural life, human experiences, and the passage of time, often highlighting themes of love, loss, and a deep connection with nature. The poems draw heavily from Hardy's own experiences in Wessex—a region that serves as both a setting and a character in his works—infusing them with local dialect and rich imagery. The opening of this collection presents a rich tapestry of emotions through various poems, each exploring different facets of human connection and reflection. The first piece sets a tone of existential musings and the realities of human relationships, while subsequent poems delve into themes such as love's impermanence, the stark truths of life and death, and the interplay between desire and regret. Through vivid depictions and subtle language, Hardy invites readers into a world where nature and personal experience intertwine, leading to poignant reflections on the human condition and the inevitable passage of time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English poetry https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3167 45239 45239