The Woodlanders (Owc) * 2009

The only critically established text of the novel, based on a comprehensive study of the manuscript and editions, and incorporating Hardy's later revisions.
New introduction by Penny Boumelha considers the novel in the context of Hardy's career, the characters' relationships,the role of destiny and individual choice, narrative perspective and the community
New and up-to-date bibliography
New chronology
Two maps Two maps
History of the text and textual notes

New to this edition

New introduction by Penny Boumelha considers the novel in the context of Hardy's career, the characters' relationships,the role of destiny and individual choice, narrative perspective and the community
New and up-to-date bibliography
New chronology

'If ever I forget your name let me forget home and heaven...But no, no, my love, I never can forget 'ee