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The Mayor of Casterbridge

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Set in mid-1800s Wessex, the story follows Michael Henchard, who, in a drunken state, auctions his wife and daughter at a village fair. Stricken with remorse, he vows to change his life and, eighteen years later, becomes a prosperous and respected man. However, his past continues to haunt him, as his hidden guilt, pride, and volatile temper threaten to undermine his hard-earned success and reputation. The novel explores themes of redemption, the consequences of one's actions, and the struggle between personal ambition and moral integrity.

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Langue
Anglais
Éditeur
Culturea
Publié
2023
Pages
426
ISBN13
9791041805808
Première publication
1886
Titre original
The Mayor of Casterbridge
Évaluation
4,4 sur 5
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Set in mid-1800s Wessex, the story follows Michael Henchard, who, in a drunken state, auctions his wife and daughter at a village fair. Stricken with remorse, he vows to change his life and, eighteen years later, becomes a prosperous and respected man. However, his past continues to haunt him, as his hidden guilt, pride, and volatile temper threaten to undermine his hard-earned success and reputation. The novel explores themes of redemption, the consequences of one's actions, and the struggle between personal ambition and moral integrity.