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The Well-Beloved: A Sketch of a Temperament

1897

Thomas Hardy

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The Well-Beloved: A Sketch of a Temperament

Thomas Hardy

1897

British Literature, Novels

The Well-Beloved: A Sketch of a Temperament is a novel by Thomas Hardy, first published in 1897. It follows Jocelyn Pierston, a sculptor who is captivated by an idealized figure known as the 'Well-Beloved.' Set on the Isle of Slingers, the story explores themes of love, art, and the complexities of man-woman relationships as Jocelyn navigates his feelings for Avice Caro, a woman from his past. The novel delves into psychological fiction, highlighting the intricate dynamics between mothers and daughters and the nature of desire.

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A novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Jocelyn Pierston, a sculptor who feels a fleeting, e...

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“I am sorry to shock you," she said. "But the moth eats the garment somewhat in five-and thirty years.””

— Thomas Hardy

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