The Woodlanders: Book Guide, Author and Facts
The Woodlanders by Thomas Hardy — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
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.
Quick facts about The Woodlanders
- Title: The Woodlanders
- Author: Thomas Hardy
- First published: 1800
- Genre: fiction, forests and forestry, arranged marriage
- OpenLibrary ID: OL44990W
Where to read The Woodlanders
The Woodlanders by Thomas Hardy is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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What is The Woodlanders about?
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.
Who wrote The Woodlanders?
The Woodlanders was written by Thomas Hardy.
When was The Woodlanders published?
The Woodlanders was first published in 1800.
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