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Far from the Madding Crowd

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Auteur: Hardy, Thomas, 1840-1928 Taal: Engels Bron: Project Gutenberg ID Gutenberg: 107 Weergaven: 2

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Bathsheba Everdene, an independent woman, inherits a farm in rural England and becomes the focus of attention for three very different suitors. Among them are Gabriel Oak, a faithful shepherd; William Boldwood, a gentleman farmer driven by determination; and Sergeant Frank Troy, whose charm is paired with recklessness. Set against the realities of Victorian farming life, the novel examines how relationships are shaped by character, honor, and the weight of decisions. As Bathsheba navigates competing desires and expectations, the consequences of impulsiveness and emotional entanglement unfold, revealing the complexity of the human heart.