The Mayor of Casterbridge

How was Henchard able to become a mayor?

after he had sold his wife and child

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Henchard is able to become mayor after becoming an afluent businessman. He does not drink, he is successful, and he is respected. The people of Casterbridge are unaware of his past and the reason he does not touch alcohol.

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The Mayor of Casterbridge