Ralph Cosham's narration of of Hardy's classic English novel captures the essence of na•ve Tess, a poor, beautiful country girl. With textured characterizations and a seamless narrative, Cosham depicts Tess's seduction and betrayal by Alec, a country nobleman. Cosham's English accent and polished performance render the society and customs of the 1800s with a vividness that brings them to life. When Tess's baby dies, Alec once again pursues her relentlessly--this time to become his mistress. Tess has already fallen in love with Angel, a clergyman's son. Yet when Angel learns of Tess's past, he abandons her, and Tess learns she is only valued for her use to others. Cosham delivers the timeless appeal of Hardy's tragic story of seduction and abandonment. G.D.W. (c) AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine
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“Like the greatest characters in literature, Tess lives beyond the final pages of the book as a permanent citizen of the imagination….Tess is that rare creature in literature: goodness made interesting.”
About the Author
THOMAS HARDY (1840–1928) was born in Higher Bockhampton, Stinsford, England. He studied under an architect engaged in church restoration, then left Dorchester for London when he was twenty-two to pursue his profession. The idyllic rural life he left behind became inspiration for poetry, which publishers rejected, so he turned to the novel and found success. Several of his novels are considered masterpieces to this day. Discouraged by critics’ rejection of his later works, he returned to writing verse.
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