Changes

The "wheel of fortune" is another recurring Tragic feature. Characters will often transition from a low social position to a higher one, or vice versa. This is often catalysed by the introduction of an "outsider", who will appear towards the beginning of the story and upset the established social order. This social and technological transition reflects the great changes brought about by the [[Industrial revolution]]. Also, there are the themes of religion. Though a practising Anglican, Hardy would often question his faith and the church through his novels and poetry. He would often portray representatives of religious institutions negatively, portrayed as dogmatic, callous, and at odds with the kinder, meek faith of the protagonists. This caused some degree of controversy for the time, with religious figures condemning their negative portrayal, as well as Hardy's attempts to portray "fallen women" in a sympathetic light. Finally, Hardy was an animal lover, and many of his poems focussed on his beloved cats.

The "wheel of fortune" is another recurring Tragic feature. Characters will often transition from a low social position to a higher one, or vice versa. This is often catalysed by the introduction of an "outsider", who will appear towards the beginning of the story and upset the established social order. This social and technological transition reflects the great changes brought about by the [[Industrial revolution]]. Also, there are the themes of religion. Though a practising Anglican, Hardy would often question his faith and the church through his novels and poetry. He would often portray representatives of religious institutions negatively, portrayed as dogmatic, callous, and at odds with the kinder, meek faith of the protagonists. This caused some degree of controversy for the time, with religious figures condemning their negative portrayal, as well as Hardy's attempts to portray "fallen women" in a sympathetic light. Finally, Hardy was an animal lover, and many of his poems focussed on his beloved cats.

==See also==

==See also==