A dramatised documentary about the life and loves of Thomas Hardy. Narrated by Charles Causley, the film looks at Hardy’s love for his home and family, his suffering for animals, his delight in both secular and sacred music, and his notorious love affairs. Illustrates how Hardy’s work related directly to such aspects of his life. Suitable for upper secondary level.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
507617
Language
English
Subject categories
Documentary → Documentary films - Great Britain
History → Historical re-enactments
Literature → Authors - Biography
Literature → English literature - History and criticism
Literature → Hardy, Thomas, 1840-1928
People → Hardy, Thomas, 1840-1928
Television → Television programs
Television → Television programs → Television programs - Great Britain
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)