Far from the Madding Crowd by Thomas Hardy

Far from the Madding Crowd

Thomas Hardy

476 pages • first pub 1874 (editions)

fiction classics romance reflective slow-paced

Description

The Penguin English Library Edition of Far From the Madding Crowd by Thomas Hardy 'I cannot allow any man to - to criticise my private conduct!' she exclaimed. 'Nor will I for a minute' Hardy's powerful novel of swift sexual passion and slow-burni...

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Community Reviews Summary of 6,462 reviews

Moods

emotional 72%
reflective 58%
sad 23%
hopeful 21%
challenging 16%
tense 16%
funny 14%
dark 13%
relaxing 13%
adventurous 11%
lighthearted 11%
inspiring 7%
mysterious 5%
informative 1%

Pace

slow 63%
medium 34%
fast 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 51% | A mix: 38% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 52% | It's complicated: 31% | No: 15%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 80% | Yes: 9% | N/A: 6% | It's complicated: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 9% | No: 4%

Average rating

3.84

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