Desperate Remedies

by Thomas Hardy

Overview

Experience Thomas Hardy's early exploration of Victorian England in "Desperate Remedies," a compelling work of domestic fiction. This meticulously prepared print edition revives a classic story that delves into the complexities of class and societal expectations. Explore themes of romance and social commentary woven into a narrative rich with intrigue. As a work of literary fiction with gothic undertones, "Desperate Remedies" offers a glimpse into the lives and challenges faced within the confines of Victorian society. This engaging novel presents a timeless reflection on human relationships and the remedies, desperate or otherwise, sought in the face of adversity. Dive into Hardy's world and discover a captivating story from one of England's most celebrated authors.

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781023109734
Publisher:	Anson Street Press
Publication date:	03/28/2025
Pages:	322
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.75(d)

About the Author

Patricia Ingham has edited texts by Hardy (including Jude the Obscure for OWC), Dickens, Gaskell and Gissing, as well as writing widely on the Victorian novel. She is the General Editor of the Authors in Context series in OWC, and author of the volume on Thomas Hardy.

Date of Birth:

June 2, 1840

Date of Death:

January 11, 1928

Place of Birth:

Higher Brockhampon, Dorset, England

Place of Death:

Max Gate, Dorchester, England

Education:

Served as apprentice to architect James Hicks

Table of Contents

List of illustrations; General editor's preface; Acknowledgements; Chronology; Abbreviations; Introduction; Desperate Remedies; Editorial emendations; List of variants - accidentals; End-of-line word division; Appendix A. Hardy's prefatory notes; Appendix B. Frontispieces; Appendix C. Description of principal texts; Explanatory notes.