Classics Book Club

VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON MEETING

Far from the Madding Crowd by Thomas Hardy

In 1870s rural England, independent and spirited Bathsheba Everdene has come to Weatherbury to take up her position as a farmer on the largest estate in the area. Her bold presence draws three very different suitors: the gentleman-farmer Boldwood, the soldier Sergeant Troy and the devoted shepherd Gabriel Oak. Each, in contrasting ways, complicates her life. Hardy’s first literary success, which has been adapted into a feature film several times, evokes the decline of rural culture in the face of England’s rapid industrialization.

Moderated by Readers Advisory Librarian Cindy Haiken. For details about meeting virtually or in-person, contact Cindy at chaiken@wallingfordlibrary.org.