Wordsworthkeeping

The theme of gender is undeniably prominent in Hardy’s novel, as he explores the powerlessness of women and male dominance. For all my readers out there studying Tess of the D’Urbervilles for their A-Levels, this post may be of some use to you! Context- This moment occurs in the novel subsequently after Tess confesses her past with Alec to Angel Clare on their wedding night. Angel, instead of forgiving her as Tess had hoped ( after Tess so quickly forgave him for his own sin ), rejects her both emotionally and physically, saying that they were never truly married. This moment in the novel is a key part of Tess’…