Tess of the D'Urbervilles: A Pure Woman

LARGE PRINT EDITIONA Large Print Edition includes text at a size much larger than a typical paperback. The biggest difference in a Large Print Book is the size of the text, which is much larger than a standard print edition. This larger text makes for an easier reading experience, especially for readers with less-than-perfect eyesight. NEW BOOK. NEW READING. NEW JOY.Hardy’s portrayal of Tess Durbeyfield, an abused, tragic heroine was shocking for much of its 19th Century audience. First published in 1891, this novel was attacked for its themes of suffering and the unavoidable progress of destiny. Tess of the D'Urbervilles was particularly critical of the sexual morality of late Victorian England.