A Whirl Asunder

Language: EnglishPublished: January 1, 2022

Subjects:

Triangles (Interpersonal relations)Fiction Man-woman relationships Betrothal California Social life and customs 19th century

Bookshelves:

Culture/Civilization/Society Fiction Literature

Authors:

Atherton, Gertrude Franklin Horn
1857 - 1948
Frederick, Edmund
1870 - 1949

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In the late 19th century, as the American West burgeoned with opportunity and ambition, "A Whirl Asunder" by Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton captures the tumult of personal and societal transformation. Clive, an Englishman weary from life’s burdens, arrives in California, only to find himself entangled in a world of spirited heiresses and shifting allegiances. The novel explores themes of love, ambition, and the clash between tradition and modernity, all set against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving society. Ideal for students and historians alike, this narrative offers a rich tapestry of character and conflict, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of human relationships and the pursuit of happiness in an era of change.