Deadham Hard: A Romance
1919
Published in 1919, 'Deadham Hard: A Romance' by Lucas Malet is set in late 18th and early 19th century England. The novel follows Thomas Clarkson Verity, who seeks refuge from his tumultuous past during the French Revolution by purchasing a coastal house at Deadham Hard. As he renovates the property, themes of redemption and transformation emerge, intertwined with complex human relationships, including the dynamics between young Tom Verity and Damaris, the daughter of Sir Charles Verity. This work explores personal struggles and the quest for peace amid chaos.









