Thomas Hardy Books in Order

Thomas Hardy, OM, is an English author who embodies the essence of the naturalist movement, while also showcasing elements of romantic and enlightenment periods in his poetry. A multifaceted writer, Hardy primarily identifies as a poet and composes novels mainly for financial gain. His body of work, primarily set in the semi-fictional land of Wessex, delves into the struggles of characters against their passions and circumstances. Hardy's poetry, first published in his 50s, has garnered significant recognition, especially after The Movement of the 1950s and 1960s. His influence can be seen in the term 'cliffhanger,' which originated with his serial novel A Pair of Blue Eyes in 1873, where he pioneered the concept of a protagonist literally hanging off a cliff.