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The Mayor of Casterbridge by Thomas Hardy

The Mayor of Casterbridge by Thomas Hardy

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    The Mayor of Casterbridge is a tragic novel by Thomas Hardy, published in 1886. The story follows Michael Henchard, a hardworking but impulsive man who, while drunk, sells his wife Susan and their baby daughter to a sailor named Newson. After realizing his terrible mistake, Henchard promises not to drink alcohol for 21 years. He later becomes a successful businessman and the Mayor of Casterbridge. However, his past returns when Susan and her daughter Elizabeth-Jane come back into his life. Henchard’s jealousy, pride, and impulsive nature gradually lead to his downfall. The novel explores themes such as fate, guilt, love, pride, revenge, and the consequences of one's actions.

    About the Author

    Thomas Hardy (1840–1928) was a famous English novelist and poet. He was born in Dorset, England, and many of his novels are set in the fictional region of Wessex, inspired by the English countryside. Hardy's works often portray ordinary people struggling against fate, society, and difficult circumstances. His other well-known novels include Tess of the d’Urbervilles, Far from the Madding Crowd, and Jude the Obscure. He is remembered for his realistic characters, tragic plots, and deep exploration of human emotions.


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