The well-beloved
About this book
Jocelyn Pierston, a sculptor of growing fame, is determined to find his ideal in womanhood, a quest that has led to many fruitless encounters. For just as it seems he has found his heart's desire, disillusionment sets in and his burning love turns to ashes. Returning to Portland, his birthplace, he meets young, innocent Avice Caro. They are betrothed until a fateful meeting with the self-assured Marcia Bencomb changes the course of his life yet again. Please Note: This book is easy to read in true text, not scanned images that can sometimes be difficult to decipher. The Microsoft eBook has a contents page linked to the chapter headings for easy navigation. The Adobe eBook has bookmarks at chapter headings and is printable up to two full copies per year. Both versions are text searchable.
Reader Profile
3.6/5 · 2361 readers · 217 pages · ≈ 4 h 01 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read The well-beloved?
About ≈ 4 h 01 m — 217 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The well-beloved?
217 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The well-beloved?
It sits on the Historical Fiction, Romance, Fiction shelves.
Is The well-beloved in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Where does The well-beloved take place?
It is set in Portland (England) during 20th century.
Who wrote The well-beloved?
Thomas Hardy.
Where can I read The well-beloved online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library