Coniston — Volume 02 by Winston Churchill
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Author | Churchill, Winston, 1871-1947 |
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Title | Coniston — Volume 02 |
Credits | Produced by Pat Castevans and David Widger |
Summary | "Coniston - Volume 02" by Winston Churchill is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story revolves around the interactions of various characters in the fictional town of Coniston, particularly focusing on the life of William Wetherell, a sensitive storekeeper, and his complex relationship with the powerful and influential Jethro Bass. As the tale unfolds, themes of politics, social dynamics, and personal dilemmas are explored against the backdrop of a small community. The opening of the book introduces the reader to a tense political atmosphere in Coniston, where William Wetherell and his daughter Cynthia encounter Mr. Bijah Bixby, who alludes to political maneuvering tied to the influential Jethro Bass. Tensions escalate over Wetherell's growing unease with political entanglements, especially as Bixby tries to sway him into aligning with the reform party. The narrative sets the stage for Wetherell’s internal struggle amid escalating conflicts within the local political landscape, revealing the intricacies of his character and foreshadowing a deepening bond with Jethro Bass, who exhibits a mix of authority and underlying complexity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
Subject | New England -- Fiction |
Subject | New England -- Politics and government -- Fiction |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 3763 |
Release Date | Oct 17, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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