Mood

Tess of the d'Urbervilles

by Thomas Hardy

Tess of the d'Urbervilles: Mood 1 key example

Definition of Mood

The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes in the reader. Every aspect of a piece of writing... read full definition
The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes in the reader. Every aspect... read full definition
The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes... read full definition
Chapter 9
Explanation and Analysis:

The mood throughout Tess of the D'Urbervilles is quite ominous and foreboding, with very little respite for its characters. The novel is characterized by a bleak, almost dingy sadness, showcasing the emotional toll of poverty and gendered exploitation.