# Susan Henchard — The Mayor of Casterbridge character guide

> Susan Henchard in The Mayor of Casterbridge by Thomas Hardy.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Susan, Susan Newson, Mrs. Henchard, Mrs. Newson

**First appearance:** 0001-ii

## Who they are

Henchard's long-estranged wife who returns to Casterbridge with their daughter Elizabeth-Jane.

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