Two on a Tower by Thomas Hardy Quiz
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Inspired by the themes of love, social class, and morality in Two on a Tower by Thomas Hardy, our quiz game challenges players to test their knowledge while racing against the clock.
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- - The novel "Two on a Tower" was first published in 1882.
- - The story is set in the late 19th century in the fictional county of Wessex.
- - The main characters are Lady Constantine and Swithin St. Cleeve.
- - Lady Constantine is a wealthy widow and Swithin is a young astronomer.
- - Swithin becomes Lady Constantine's protégé after she discovers his talent for astronomy.
- - They develop a close friendship and soon fall in love.
- - Lady Constantine is trapped in a loveless marriage to Lord Luxellian.
- - Swithin dreams of becoming a renowned astronomer and discovering new celestial bodies.
- - They spend a lot of time together in the tower on Lady Constantine's estate, where Swithin conducts his astronomical observations.
- - Their relationship becomes the subject of gossip and scandal in their small community.
- - Swithin receives an opportunity to work at an observatory in Central Africa.
- - He is torn between his love for Lady Constantine and his ambition.
- - Lady Constantine encourages Swithin to pursue his dreams and promises to wait for him.
- - Swithin decides to go to Africa, hoping to achieve fame and fortune.
- - During his absence, Lady Constantine's husband dies, making her a wealthy and independent woman.
- - Lady Constantine becomes involved in a courtship with a local reverend, Mr. Torkingham.
- - Swithin's career in Africa faces numerous challenges, and he longs to return to Lady Constantine.
- - Lady Constantine realizes her love for Swithin is enduring and breaks off her engagement with Mr. Torkingham.
- - Swithin eventually returns to England, but their reunion is bittersweet.
- - The novel explores themes of love, ambition, societal expectations, and the clash between science and romance.