Far from the Madding Crowd
Thomas Hardy
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Far from the Madding Crowd
by Thomas Hardy
Published
1937
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Pages
422
Description
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, soldier-seducer Sergeant Troy and the devoted shepherd Gabriel Oak. Each, in contrasting ways, unsettles her decisions and complicates her life, and tragedy ensues, threatening the stability of the whole community. The first of his works set in the fictional county of Wessex, Hardy's novel of swift passion and slow courtship is imbued with his evocative descriptions of rural life and landscapes, and with unflinching honesty about sexual relationships.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Far from the Madding Crowd?
This edition of Far from the Madding Crowd has approximately 422 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Far from the Madding Crowd?
For most readers, Far from the Madding Crowd typically takes between 8h 48m and 5h 52m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 105,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 2m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 15 days • Estimated word count: 105,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Far from the Madding Crowd?
The estimated word count for Far from the Madding Crowd is approximately 105,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Far from the Madding Crowd?
Far from the Madding Crowd was written by Thomas Hardy.
When was Far from the Madding Crowd published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1937. The original work may have been published on a different date.