Study Guide to Far from the Madding Crowd by Thomas Hardy (Bright Notes)

A comprehensive study guide offering in-depth explanation essay and test prep for Thomas Hardys Far from the Madding Crowd the publication attributed with Hardys achievement of literary success. As a novel of Victorian England Far from the Madding Crowd tells the realities of living in the idyllic farming communities of southwest England. Moreover Hardy is acknowledged for his use of Victorian and modern literary techniques with traditional constructed plots yet modern psychological development of his characters and reflection of modern problems. This Bright Notes Study Guide explores the context and history of Hardys classic work helping students to thoroughly explore the reasons it has stood the literary test of time. Each Bright Notes Study Guide contains: - Introductions to the Author and the Work - Character Summaries - Plot Guides - Section and Chapter Overviews - Test Essay and Study Q&As The Bright Notes Study Guide series offers an in-depth tour of more than 275 classic works of literature exploring characters critical commentary historical background plots and themes. This set of study guides encourages readers to dig deeper in their understanding by including essay questions and answers as well as topics for further research.