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The Mayor of Casterbridge - (Chiltern Classic) by Thomas Hardy (Hardcover) - 1 of 1

The Mayor of Casterbridge - (Chiltern Classic) by Thomas Hardy (Hardcover)

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  • Chiltern creates the most beautiful editions of the World's finest literature.
  • Author(s): Thomas Hardy
  • 384 Pages
  • Fiction + Literature Genres, Classics
  • Series Name: Chiltern Classic

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Chiltern creates the most beautiful editions of the World's finest literature. Your favourite classic titles in a way you have never seen them before; the tactile layers, fine details and beautiful colours of these remarkable covers make these titles feel extra special and will look striking on any shelf.

The Mayor of Casterbridge begins at a country fair near Casterbridge in Wessex Michael Henchard, a 21-year-old hay-trusser, argues with his wife Susan. Drunk on rum-laced furmity he auctions her off, along with their baby daughter Elizabeth-Jane, to Richard Newson, a passing sailor, for five guineas. Sober and remorseful the next day, he is too late to locate his family. He vows not to touch liquor again for 21 years.



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"A Complete Masterpiece"

- Claire Tomalin


Dimensions (Overall): 7.2 Inches (H) x 4.9 Inches (W) x 1.1 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.4 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 384
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Classics
Series Title: Chiltern Classic
Publisher: Chiltern Publishing
Format: Hardcover
Author: Thomas Hardy
Language: English
Street Date: October 26, 2021
TCIN: 83891243
UPC: 9781912714957
Item Number (DPCI): 247-02-2947
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 1.1 inches length x 4.9 inches width x 7.2 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.4 pounds
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Q: Who is the main character in this novel?

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  • A: The main character is Michael Henchard, whose impulsive decisions shape his tragic life.

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  • A: The story explores themes of regret, redemption, and the complexities of human relationships in a rural setting.

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