Thomas Hardy's Desperate Remedies: "The beautiful things of the earth become more dear as they elude pursuit."

Autori

• Thomas Hardy

Parametri

• 254 pagine
• 9 ore di lettura

• Letteratura romantica
• Narrativa
• Prosa storica
• Saggistica
• Storia

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Set against the backdrop of rural Wessex, this thriller introduces Cythere Grave, an innocent protagonist entangled with the sinister Aeneas Manston. The narrative unfolds with elements of deception, blackmail, and suspenseful chases, engaging readers with its gripping plot. Hardy's exploration of social reform and the injustices of class and gender is evident, reflecting his broader literary themes. As his debut work, it lays the groundwork for the complex character dynamics and societal critiques that define his later, more acclaimed novels.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2013

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