Publisher's Synopsis
Desperate Remedies: The Wessex Novels V12 is a novel written by the renowned English author, Thomas Hardy. It is the twelfth volume in the Wessex Novels series and was first published in 1871. The story is set in the fictional town of Budmouth, which is based on the real town of Weymouth in Dorset.The novel follows the lives of two young women, Cytherea Graye and her maid, Aroona. Cytherea is the daughter of a former architect who has fallen on hard times, and Aroona is the daughter of an Indian prince who was brought to England as a child. The two women are forced to take up employment as governesses in order to support themselves.Desperate Remedies is a tale of love, passion, and betrayal. Cytherea falls in love with Edward Springrove, a young man who is engaged to her cousin, but their relationship is complicated by the arrival of a mysterious stranger, Mr. Manston. Aroona, meanwhile, is pursued by a wealthy suitor, but her heart belongs to a poor artist.As the plot unfolds, secrets are revealed, and the characters find themselves caught up in a web of deceit and intrigue. The novel explores themes of class, gender, and morality, and offers a fascinating glimpse into Victorian society.Overall, Desperate Remedies: The Wessex Novels V12 is a gripping and beautifully written novel that will appeal to fans of classic literature and historical fiction. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the works of Thomas Hardy and the social mores of Victorian England.Includes a map of Wessex.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
