The Mayor of Casterbridge Chapter 44

from The Thomas Hardy Library · host Thomas Hardy

In which Henchard wanders wearily from the scenes of his past, burdened by memories and a longing for Elizabeth-Jane, whose wedding draws near as he resolves to attend unseen and bearing a humble gift. Upon arriving unexpectedly at the festive gathering, his presence is marked by quiet humiliation and a final poignant encounter that closes an irrevocable chapter between them.

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