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The Woodlanders

Duration
12H 51min
Language
English
Format
Category

Self-help & Personal development

The story unfolds in the rural landscape of Little Hintock, where class divisions and unrequited love shape the fates of its inhabitants. Giles Winterborne, a humble woodsman, loves Grace Melbury, but her ambitious father pushes her toward a more prosperous suitor, Dr. Fitzpiers. As relationships unravel amid betrayal, heartbreak, and societal expectations, themes of nature versus civilization emerge. Hardy’s vivid portrayal of the forest mirrors the characters’ emotional struggles, exploring loyalty, desire, and sacrifice. With rich symbolism and poignant tragedy, the novel critiques social hierarchies while celebrating humanity’s deep connection to the natural world and its enduring rhythms.

© 2025 Interactive Media (Audiobook): 9781802564037
© 2014 Interactive Media (Ebook): 9781910343951

Release date

Audiobook: March 20, 2025
Ebook: August 15, 2014

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