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Sarah Woodruff

Sarah Woodruff is a fictional character from the novel "The French Lieutenant’s Woman" by John Fowles. She is a complex woman who feels alienated from society due to her past, which involves a scandal that led to her being branded as an outsider. Sarah is intelligent, introspective, and independent, challenging traditional Victorian norms with her unconventional behavior. Her character explores themes of social judgment, gender roles, and personal freedom, serving as a symbol of both societal constraints and individual resilience.