![]() ![]() These remarkable proofs are a fascinating document of Jude the Obscure’s fraught journey into print. Hardy gave his original manuscript of the novel to The Fitzwilliam Museum in 1911, and the Museum now has the chance to purchase the proofs for the first book edition of Jude the Obscure, annotated by Hardy. Following this critical reception, Hardy gave up fiction, and Jude the Obscure proved to be his swan-song as a novelist. ![]() Jude the Obscure by Thomas Hardy (1840-1928) scandalised Victorian critics on its publication in 1896, who derided it for its "immoral" treatment of such themes as religion, class, education, sex and marriage. The Fitzwilliam Museum has an exceptional opportunity to acquire a set of literary proofs documenting the intriguing history of one of the most acclaimed and controversial novels in the English language. Please note that this news article is over 4 months old.Ĭheck with the museum before visiting if this refers to objects on display. ![]()
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