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Wessex / Affpuddle 1906
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Wessex / Affpuddle 1906
Wessex scenery: Affpuddle, Dorset, model for East Egdon Church, scene of a wedding in Thomas Hardys novel Return of the Native Date: 1906
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This evocative photograph, dated 1906, captures the picturesque village of Affpuddle in Dorset, England, which served as the model for Thomas Hardy's fictional Egdon Heath and the setting for the wedding scene in his novel "The Return of the Native." The serene landscape, with its rolling hills, thatched cottages, and quaint church, transports us back in time to the early 20th century. The idyllic scenery, bathed in soft light, exudes a sense of tranquility and timeless beauty. Hardy, a renowned English novelist, poet, and Dorset native, drew inspiration from the natural splendor and rich cultural heritage of his homeland to create intricately woven narratives that continue to captivate readers around the world. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to imagine the characters and stories that once unfolded amidst the breathtaking Wessex scenery of Affpuddle.
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