Far from the Madding Crowd by Thomas Hardy in Hardcover

Originally published in Cornhill Magazine in serial form and eventually released as a book in 1874, Far from the Madding Crowd is considered one of Thomas Hardy's most successful novels. The title, inspired by a poem written by Thomas Gray, has become synonymous with the peacefulness of rural areas. Through the captivating story of Bathsheba Everdene, Hardy explores the defiance of societal norms and enduring love that overcomes even death or the perception of it. This classic novel has been adapted numerous times in various forms of media, including film and television.