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THOMAS HARDY / STINSFORD
THOMAS HARDY Stinsford Church, Dorset, where the Hardy family are buried Date: 1848 - 1928
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1848 Buried Cemetery Dorset Gravestones Graveyard Hardy Places Tombstones 1928
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 15cm x 10.6cm (5.9" x 4.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: Thomas Hardy's Hallowed Ground: Stinsford Church, Dorset Thomas Hardy, the renowned English novelist and poet, is deeply intertwined with the landscape and history of Dorset, England. This evocative photograph captures the picturesque Stinsford Church, a place of profound significance to Hardy and his family. Dating back to the 12th century, this ancient church nestled in the heart of the Dorset countryside has been the final resting place for generations of Hardy's ancestors. The image showcases the church's striking gothic architecture, with its tall, pointed arches, intricately carved stonework, and the somber, moss-covered gravestones scattered throughout the churchyard. The graveyard, filled with the weathered tombstones of the past, serves as a poignant reminder of the passage of time and the enduring connection between Hardy and his beloved Dorset. Hardy's relationship with Stinsford Church began in his childhood, as he would often visit the churchyard to pay his respects to his deceased relatives. These visits left a lasting impression on him, shaping his literary work and inspiring some of his most famous novels, including "The Return of the Native" and "The Mayor of Casterbridge." As the years passed, Hardy continued to honor his family's legacy by arranging for his own burial at Stinsford Church, ensuring that he would rest among his ancestors. This photograph serves as a testament to the deep-rooted connection between Thomas Hardy, Stinsford Church, and the Dorset landscape that so profoundly influenced his life and work.
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