Thomas Hardy
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Thomas Masterson Hardy (2 June, 1840 - 11 January, 1928) was a novelist and poet. In the United Kingdom generally regarded as one of the greatest figures in English literature.
Thomas Hardy was born near Dorchester in Dorset. His father was a stonemason. His mother was ambitious and well-read and supplemented his formal education. Hardy trained as an architect in Dorchester before moving to London to take up employment. He won prizes from the Royal Institute of British Architects and the Architectural Association.
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Hardy is buried in Westminster Abbey.
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