Thomas Hardy as dramatist

Thesis

This thesis traces Hardy's involvement in the theatre from the 1880s to the 1920s. The narrative of Hardy's relationship with the theatre is set against an analysis of the changing nature of the stage during this period, though I acknowledge throughout the thesis the fact that Hardy's awareness of the theatre did not perfectly keep pace with its evolution. The aim of the thesis is to examine the motivations determining Hardy's work in the theatre in light of the fact that he seemed so dism...

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Authors: Gregory, R

• Publication date: 2011
• Type of award: DPhil
• Level of award: Doctoral
• Awarding institution: University of Oxford
• Language: English
• Keywords: adaptations; local history; English literature; Victorian novel; nineteenth century theatre history; early twentieth century theatre history; amateur dramatics; Thomas Hardy
• Subjects: Dramatic arts; English Language and Literature; Recreational & performing arts; Opera; Performance