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The Woodlanders
The Woodlanders | Thomas Hardy
9 posts | 32 read | 19 to read
Tis a pity to let such a girl throw herself away upon him a thousand pities! When country-girl, Grace Melbury, returns home from her middle-class school, she feels she is now above her suitor, the simple woodsman Giles Winterborne. Though marriage has been discussed between her and Giles, Grace soon finds herself captivated by Dr Edred Fitzpiers, a sophisticated newcomer to the area a relationship that is encouraged by her socially ambitious father. Hardys 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 natual world, which, ultimately, betray him. In her introduction Patricia Ingham examines class and gender differences, the influence of Darwinism, Hardys use of language and the symbolism of nature in the novel. This edition also includes a chronology, a map of Hardys Wessex, a list for further reading, appendices and a glossary.
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Pip2
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Another truly remarkable book from Hardy. Sauntering into the serene landscapes of southern England meandering through the trails surrounded by Larches, Elms, and the peering eyes of the unknown. Hardy‘s Woodlanders is a masterpiece depicting love, false and true in the midst of false pretense or a loyalty so deep that it spans a lifetime.

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jmofo
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I‘ve been slow, so slow reading lately. Listened to this book on Audible and it coaxed me to sleep countless nights (which meant it took all the longer to read). I love Hardy‘s care with describing landscapes and the glimpses into the inner lives of his characters.
I stan Marty, if I had read this in my twenties, she would have been one of my many literary crushes.

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EmilieGR
The Woodlanders | Thomas Hardy
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The poor romantic leads- true tragedy

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Tertubotn
The Woodlanders | Thomas Hardy
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So.. I went to the used bookstore to look for presents, found a lovely copy of Prometheus Bound from 1901.. and just a few books for myself; a lovely hardbound copy of the Woodlanders because I think it is a book worth owning, The Spirit Level by Seamus Heaney, and Are You Somebody? by Nuala o‘Faolain. Not thst I need them, mind you, but it is worth supporting the lovely little bookstore in my neighborhood, right! 😁

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Leftcoastzen
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Still on my TBR ,but since cover aficionados @batsy & @LeahBergen both noted it , I decided to post a close up.We are told not to judge a book by its cover, but some just speak to us .This is a little mass market or rack size, was published by Macmillan & Co. Ltd. in London.This edition ,1964.Title 1st published, 1887. I‘m sure I got it at a church sale.No illustration credit is given for the lovely woodcut style image,Kudos to whoever it was.

rjsthumbelina Honestly, covers of books rarely let me down! I always judge actual books by their covers - I just don't let it translate to people. 😆 7y
batsy It's so lovely. Serene but haunting. Thanks for the close up 🖤 7y
LeahBergen The green colour with the darkness of the woodcut is magnificent. 7y
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Leftcoastzen @rjsthumbelina good policy.😁 7y
Leftcoastzen @batsy @LeahBergen Love that you both love the artistry of books.It doesn‘t have to be rare to be precious .🤓 7y
jveezer That is a beautiful woodcut! 7y
Leftcoastzen @jveezer Thx ! That‘s why I keep it.😀 7y
laytonwoman3rd I picked up a Folio Society edition of this one at a second hand shop. Haven"t read it yet either. 7y
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HotCocoaReads
The Woodlanders | Thomas Hardy
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Quintessential Thomas Hardy! This broke my heart throughout the whole book. It really was beautiful and had a Far from the Madding Crowd feel to it. I‘m putting this lesser known novel up there with my favorites, Tess and Jude. I loved it!

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Book_Gnome
The Woodlanders | Thomas Hardy
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