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  • Under the Greenwood Tree

  • By: Thomas Hardy
  • Narrated by: Robert Hardy
  • Length: 5 hrs and 37 mins
  • 4.0 out of 5 stars (43 ratings)

Under the Greenwood Tree

By: Thomas Hardy
Narrated by: Robert Hardy

Publisher's summary

The four seasons of the Wessex year form the backdrop for the delightful romance of Dick Dewy and Fancy Day. The ups and downs of their courtship are set alongside the story of the rustics who form the church choir.
Public Domain (P)2014 Audible, Inc.
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Slice of life story

I love this author for his ability to Crete such believable characters in such detail. But this story is a slice of life in a small village with many colorful characters that are very much a product of their time. There is r really a gripping plot. Just life and it’s happenings between the girl Fancy and her suitors. But at least it’s not as dark and depressing as his novel Tess. If you’re in the mood for a good county story you’ll enjoy the narration is excellent

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A gentle look at human nature

The characters are full of life and humor, the performance is adept. An altogether enjoyable story.

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Fine narration

Robert Hardy’s narration made a simple story a delight to listen to. He captured the emotion and humor of the times.

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Early Thomas Hardy

Not one of the best but an early inkling of what was to come. Not as grim as later novels.

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over dramatic narration

way too theatrically, almost hysterically read for my personal taste for me to listen to. doesn't seems in keeping with Hardy

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