Set in the rural region of Wessex, capturing the rustic beauty and social dynamics of the English countryside. The novel follows:
Gabriel Oak, a steady and honorable young farmer who, after losing his sheep, rebuilds his life under Bathsheba’s employ.
Bathsheba Everdene, an independent and spirited woman who inherits a farm and attracts multiple suitors through her commanding presence and ambition.
Sergeant Francis Troy, a charming but reckless soldier whose allure captivates Bathsheba, leading to emotional turmoil.
Mr. Boldwood, a reserved gentleman farmer whose unrequited and obsessive admiration for Bathsheba unravels into tragic intensity.