Adam Bede Chapter 39 -The Tidings

from The George Eliot Library · host George Eliot

In which Adam, burdened by a grievous and bewildering sorrow, confides in Mr. Irwine the painful tale of Hetty Sorrel’s sudden disappearance and the shadowed affections that have marred his hopes. The news revealed by Mr. Irwine draws them into a somber journey towards Stoniton, where the bleak truth of Hetty’s plight awaits, demanding courage and compassion beyond the strength Adam thought he possessed.

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