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The Withered Arm

Thomas Hardy

Narrated by Luke Francis

Released
February 25, 2025
Length
1 hr 3 mins
Format
Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher
Saga Egmont
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In Thomas Hardy's acclaimed short story "The Withered Arm," jealousy and supernatural intrigue intertwine as a farmer's wife becomes entangled in a mysterious and unsettling phenomenon affecting Gertrude, a newlywed with a striking appearance. When conventional medicine fails to help Gertrude as her arm begins to wither, she is compelled to seek aid from a conjurer, leading to an atmospheric exploration of rural superstition and human emotion. Hardy’s compelling storytelling offers a haunting glimpse into the darker corners of rural life and the complexities of longing.
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