The Woodlanders
About this book
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, thought they ultimately betray him.
Reader Profile
3.9/5 · 18333 readers · 419 pages · ≈ 7 h 46 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read The Woodlanders?
About ≈ 7 h 46 m — 419 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The Woodlanders?
419 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The Woodlanders?
It sits on the Drama, Historical Fiction, Romance shelves.
Is The Woodlanders in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Where does The Woodlanders take place?
It is set in Dorset (England).
Who wrote The Woodlanders?
Thomas Hardy.
Where can I read The Woodlanders online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library