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Far from the Madding Crowd (1874)

by Thomas Hardy Return to list Adopt this book

Thomas Hardy's fourth novel and his first major success. Far from the Madding Crowd is a captivating tale of love and obligation set in Hardy's Wessex and featuring one of his most famous heroines, Bathsheba Everdene. A perfect choice for anyone interested in English literature.

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I use the British Library often for research, but I LOVE adopting books as gifts for people. My most recent adoption was in honor of my English professor in college. I am not just a literary scholar because of her influence--I am also a better human being.

Pamela J. Francis
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My daughter and I both love the ambiance of the British Library and feel proud to be Readers. Supporting the Adopt a Book scheme is the least I can do.

John Nicholson