Thomas Hardy - The Well-Beloved: A Sketch of a Temperament - Hardcover Book

Thomas Hardy

Experience one of Thomas Hardy's final literary works with this beautifully bound hardcover edition of The Well-Beloved: A Sketch of a Temperament. This compelling novel spans forty years, tracing the life of Jocelyn Pierston, a renowned sculptor obsessed with capturing his ideal woman in stone and finding her in reality. Set against the atmospheric backdrop of the Isle of Slingers, based on Dorset's Isle of Portland, this narrative follows a multi-generational quest for love and artistic perfection. Originally serialized in 1892 and published as a book in 1897, this story showcases Hardy's masterful character development and evocative sense of place. This classic edition is an essential addition to any literary collection, offering a profound exploration of obsession and the passage of time. Product Summary: Thomas Hardy, The Well-Beloved, Hardcover Fiction, Classic Literature, Victorian Novel, Literary Fiction, Sculptor Character Study.