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The Woodlanders

By Thomas Hardy
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The Woodlanders by Thomas Hardy explores the intricate lives and relationships within a rural English woodland community. The story delves into themes of love, class, and social change, centred around the lives of a timber merchant, his daughter, and a newcomer to the village. Hardy vividly captures the challenges and transformations faced by the characters in a rapidly modernising world.
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You might enjoy this story if you are drawn to rich landscapes and complex human emotions. Hardy's work delves into themes of love, social class, and the struggle between tradition and progress, offering a poignant reflection on rural life and personal ambition. Its vivid depiction of the English countryside and intricate character development provide a thoughtful escape into another time.

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The Woodlanders

When country-girl Grace Melbury returns home from her middle-class school she feels she has risen above her suitor, the simple woodsman Giles Winterborne. Though marriage had been discussed between her and Giles, Grace finds herself captivated by Dr Edred Fitzpiers, a relationship that is encouraged by her socially ambitious father.

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When country-girl Grace Melbury returns home from her middle-class school, she feels she has risen above her suitor, the simple woodsman Giles Winterborne. Though marriage had been discussed between her and Giles, Grace finds herself captivated by Dr Edred Fitzpiers, a sophisticated newcomer to the area—a relationship that is encouraged by her socially ambitious father.

Hardy's novel of betrayal, disillusionment, and moral compromise depicts a secluded community coming to terms with the disastrous impact of outside influences. And in his portrayal of Giles Winterborne, Hardy shows a man who responds deeply to the forces of the natural world, though they ultimately betray him.

The Woodlanders is a poignant exploration of class distinctions and the inevitable changes wrought by time and progress.

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The Woodlanders by Thomas Hardy is often praised for its evocative portrayal of rural life and its complex characters. Arnold Bennett hailed it as the finest English novel, highlighting its remarkable narrative and depth. The novel's exploration of social class and unrequited love is celebrated for its realism and emotional intensity.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140435474

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 February 1998

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Edited by Patricia Ingham
  • Introduction by Patricia Ingham
  • Notes by Patricia Ingham
  • Edited by Patricia Ingham

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 316g

Pages: 464

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Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Thomas Hardy

About the Author

Thomas Hardy (1840-1928) was a prolific and influential novelist and poet. His works include Jude the Obscure and Tess of the D'Urbervilles. Patricia Ingham is General Editor of all Hardy's fiction on the Penguin Classics list. She is a Fellow of St Anne's College, Oxford.

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