Analyzing the Conflict in Thomas Hardy’s Novel “Tess of the D’Urbervilles”

Abstract

This study aimed at attempting the conflict between Tess and both Alec and Angel on the one hand, and Tess and Victorian society on the other hand. In Thomas Hardy’s Tess of the d’Urbervilles, also this study aimed to show the internal and external conflicts which influence her, in addition to the causes of this conflict. Furthermore, this study points out the negative impact of the traditions and values in Victorian society that affect directly in the suffering of lower class especially the women. Finally, the study reveals the ability of Thomas Hardy’s image of the conflict through his novel Tess of the d’Urbervilles.