Everything you need to know about Tess of the D’Urbervilles to succeed in your A Level or undergraduate studies.

With the widest coverage and a wealth of practical content, York Notes Advanced: Tess of the D’Urbervilles provides the ultimate guide to Hardy’s classic novel of love, loss and betrayal, whether you are an A Level student or an undergraduate. Inside, you’ll find detailed chapter summaries and extended commentaries, along with analysis of key characters and themes, including ‘Loss and the inevitability of suffering’ and ‘The natural and conventional’. In-depth exploration of narrative techniques and language guide you towards an excellent understanding of the text, while overviews of key critical responses help you to develop your own ideas.

Print Edition information: Paperback, 120 pages, ISBN 9781405807074