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Portrait of Fanny Robin

Fanny Robin

A young woman who is seduced and abandoned by Sergeant Troy.

From "Far from the Madding Crowd" by Hardy, Thomas

Core Belief

"Love is the most important thing in life, and she is willing to sacrifice everything for it. She is a romantic who believes in the power of love to overcome all obstacles."

Worldview

Fanny sees the world as a place of danger and hardship, where women are vulnerable to exploitation and abandonment. She lacks confidence and self-esteem, and is easily overwhelmed by adversity.

Personality

Fanny is a gentle, innocent, and somewhat naive young woman, easily swayed by emotions. She is deeply in love with Troy and is devastated by his betrayal. She lacks the strength and resilience to overcome her misfortune.

In Their Own Words

"Is it Sergeant Troy?"
"Oh, Frank—don’t you know me?"
"I made a mistake!—I thought that church with the spire was All Saints’"

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