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- 420 pages
- 15 hours of reading
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Set in late summer before the nineteenth century, the story follows a young man and woman, accompanied by a child, as they approach the village of Weydon-Priors in Upper Wessex. Their long journey has left them dusty and somewhat shabby, yet their clothing hints at a humble but respectable background. The man, characterized by his stern demeanor and skilled countryman’s gait, carries a rush basket with tools, reflecting his connection to the land and a life of labor. The narrative hints at deeper themes of struggle and resilience amidst their journey.
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Thomas Hardy
- Publisher
- 1st World Library - Literary Society
- Released
- 2005
- Pages
- 420
- ISBN13
- 9781421808727
- Series
- Real Reads
- First published
- 1886
- Original title
- The Mayor of Casterbridge
- Rating
- 4.4 out of 5
- Description
- Set in late summer before the nineteenth century, the story follows a young man and woman, accompanied by a child, as they approach the village of Weydon-Priors in Upper Wessex. Their long journey has left them dusty and somewhat shabby, yet their clothing hints at a humble but respectable background. The man, characterized by his stern demeanor and skilled countryman’s gait, carries a rush basket with tools, reflecting his connection to the land and a life of labor. The narrative hints at deeper themes of struggle and resilience amidst their journey.