Hardy the Physician Medical Aspects of the Wessex Tradition

'...a fascinating book...Hardy the Physician is an original and detailed analysis of illness and disease in Thomas Hardy's life and works, interpreted from both the physical and psychological perspectives.' - Ruth Meech, DorchesterLife

'Fincham's critique displays a wide and deep knowledge about medical practices...This type of inter-disciplinary approach, particularly integrating literature and the sciences, is a worthwhile addition to Hardy studies.' - JoAnna Stephens Mink, The Hardy Association