论《卡斯特桥市长》中的偶然与巧合

摘要

Utilizing a large number of accidents and coincidences is a distinctive feature of Thomas Har-dy’s works,and it is also a way to explain his philosophy and outlook on life.In the novel The Mayor of Casterbridge ,pervasive accidents and coincidences,which are full of mystery,play such an important role in shaping characters,heightening the atmosphere,deepening the theme of the novel,and pushing forward the development of the story to its climax that they greatly enhance the effect of tragedy.%大量运用偶然与巧合是托马斯·哈代写作的重要特征，也是作者阐述自己哲学思想和人生观的重要手段。在小说《卡斯特桥市长》中，充满神秘色彩的偶然与巧合事件不仅用来帮助刻画人物、渲染气氛、深化主题、推动故事情节发展并达到高潮，还大大加强了小说的悲剧效果。