Jude Fawley is the main character in Thomas Hardy's novel, "Jude the Obscure." He is a working-class man with aspirations of becoming a scholar. Despite his intelligence and determination, Jude faces numerous obstacles, including societal expectations and personal failures, which hinder his dreams. Throughout the story, Jude's relationships, particularly with Sue Bridehead and Arabella Donn, further complicate his life. His struggles reflect the themes of ambition, love, and the constraints of Victorian society, ultimately leading to a tragic and poignant conclusion.