Desperate Remedies

Desperate Remedies is a novel written by Thomas Hardy that 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, England. The plot revolves around the lives of two young women, Cytherea Graye and her maid, Aeneas Manston. Cytherea is the daughter of a former architect who has fallen on hard times, while Aeneas is a mysterious and handsome stranger who arrives in town and quickly becomes the object of Cytherea's affections.As the story unfolds, secrets are revealed and a web of deceit is spun around the characters. Aeneas is not who he seems, and his past is shrouded in mystery. Cytherea's brother, Owen, becomes embroiled in a scandal that threatens to ruin the family's reputation. Meanwhile, a wealthy landowner named Miss Aldclyffe becomes obsessed with Aeneas and will stop at nothing to win his affections.Desperate Remedies is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and intrigue. It explores themes of class, gender, and the consequences of our actions. Hardy's vivid descriptions of the town and its inhabitants bring the story to life, and his skillful use of symbolism adds depth and meaning to the narrative. The novel is a must-read for fans of Victorian literature and those interested in the social and cultural history of England in the 19th century.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.