Can you briefly introduce Thomas Hardy's best novels?

Sure. 'Tess of the d'Urbervilles' is a classic. It's about Tess's difficult life and her experiences in a harsh society. Then there's 'Jude the Obscure' which is also quite well - known for its exploration of relationships and social barriers.

I believe 'The Mayor of Casterbridge' has a strong claim. The main character, Michael Henchard, sells his wife at the start in a drunken state, and then has to live with the consequences. Hardy explores themes of pride, redemption, and the passage of time in this novel.

Thomas Hardy's first novel 'Desperate Remedies' has a plot full of twists. It involves various characters and their intertwined relationships.

Thomas Hardy's first novel 'Desperate Remedies' was a step in his journey as a writer. It has a plot that weaves together different storylines and characters. It shows his early exploration of themes like social class and human relationships. There are elements of mystery and drama in it, which keep the reader engaged.

Thomas Hardy's last novel is 'Jude the Obscure'. It's a notable work.

Sure. His final novel is 'Jude the Obscure'. It's about a man named Jude with big dreams.

Well, 'Tess of the d'Urbervilles' is a story that makes readers feel deeply for Tess as she endures so much. 'Far from the Madding Crowd' is a story full of passion and drama in the countryside. 'The Mayor of Casterbridge' shows how one man's actions and decisions can have far - reaching consequences. 'Jude the Obscure' is a rather sad story about Jude's unfulfilled dreams. 'Return of the Native' is a great novel that combines the beauty of the landscape with the complexity of human relationships.

Thomas Hardy's novels are quite a collection. 'The Return of the Native' presents a vivid picture of the rural landscape and the people in it. When combined with his other works like 'Far from the Madding Crowd' where the independent Bathsheba is a central figure, 'The Mayor of Casterbridge' with its themes of pride and downfall, 'Tess of the D'Urbervilles' dealing with Tess's tragic life, and 'Jude the Obscure' exploring the unfulfilled dreams, they form an important body of English literature.

Sure. 'The Magic Mountain' is a classic. It shows how the main character's stay at the sanatorium changes his perspective on life. There are various interesting characters there, and it's full of deep philosophical discussions.

For me, 'Buddenbrooks' stands out. It shows the ebb and flow of a family's fortune. You see the family members' relationships, their hopes, and their failures. It gives a great sense of the social and economic changes in the time period it depicts, and it's a very well - written family saga.