York Notes: Far from the Madding Crowd

by Nicola Alper

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Published June 30, 1998

Reviews

[Nina · Rating 5 out of 5]

A classic to be savoured. Thomas Hardy weaves a rich pastoral tale that examines the foibles of humanity: pride, vanity, greed, passion...and gives us a touching love story with a realistic ending. Set in Hardy's Wessex country, the setting is as much a character as his cornucopia of delightful human characters. What I love best about Hardy is how his setting evokes (like a Greek god) story. Through beautiful description, imagery and evokative language, this is not the sort of book you want to race through to see what happens; but to read slowly and savored like a dark, rich coffee. Breathe in its hypnotic scent and let it linger.

[Ash · Rating 4 out of 5]

Throughly enjoyed this book. Realizing that I am a fan of Thomas Hardy books.