Abstract: Thomas Hardy’s The Return of the Native occupied an important position in Britain and even the world literature. This paper is aimed to study the theme of new female figure in the novel by analyzing the main character Eustacia’s constant pursuit of freedom, the urban life and the true love. Eustacia shows no regard for Victoria patriarchal social norms, and she has the courage to pursue her own happiness, which are quite different from the traditional female figure. Although all her efforts end up in a tragedy, her struggle and awakening not only encourage a lot of women at that time, but also enlighten modern women to keep themselves independent and self-esteemed in this materialistic society.
Key words: The Return of the Native; Eustacia; new female figure
CONTENTS
Abstract
摘要
1. Introduction1
1.1 Introduction to the Author
1.2 Introduction to the Novel
2. Women in Victorian Britain.2
2.1 Traditional Female image
2.2 Bud of Modern Female Consciousness
3. New Female Figure in the Novel.5
3.1 Pursuit f Freedom
3.2 Pursuit of Urban Life
3.3 Pursuit of True Love
4. Conclusion8
Bibliography.11
Acknowledgements12
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