The Turn of the Balance by Brand Whitlock
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"The Turn of the Balance" by Brand Whitlock is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the lives of Elizabeth Ward and the Koerner family, exploring themes of social class, justice, and personal responsibility within the context of a snow-laden winter in a small town. As we delve into Elizabeth's world of privilege, we also encounter Gusta, a maid whose father's recent accident serves as a poignant
contrast to Elizabeth's comfortable life. The opening of the novel introduces Elizabeth Ward, who delights in the beauty of the first snowfall while dealing with the mundanity of her daily responsibilities. As she navigates her privileged life, the narrative shifts to Gusta Koerner, who faces the harsh realities of her family's struggles following her father's injury in a railroad accident. The contrasting experiences between Elizabeth, with her light-hearted outlook, and Gusta, burdened by familial responsibilities and societal expectations, set the stage for poignant developments that explore broader themes of justice and morality in the face of personal turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Creator | Whitlock, Brand, 1869-1934 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Hambidge, Jay, 1867-1924 |
| Title | The Turn of the Balance |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Social problems -- Fiction |
| Subject | Criminals -- Fiction |
| Subject | United States -- Social conditions -- 1865-1918 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 40398 |
| Release Date | Feb 19, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 925 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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