The Mayor of Casterbridge Chapter 8

from The Thomas Hardy Library · host Thomas Hardy

In which a new visitor from the Scottish highlands, Donald Farfrae, captivates the rustic company at the Three Mariners inn with his heartfelt singing and earnest conversation, revealing a refreshing sensibility amidst the ordinary characters of Casterbridge. Elizabeth-Jane, observing with quiet admiration, finds in him a kindred spirit, while her mother harbours a cautious thought for the consequences of their knowing one so distinguished.

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