Beckwiths (1891)

The Beckwiths is a novel written by Paul Beckwith and published in 1891. The story revolves around the Beckwith family, who are wealthy and influential members of society. The patriarch of the family, John Beckwith, is a successful businessman who has built his fortune through hard work and determination. He is married to his second wife, Elizabeth, who is much younger than him and is often the subject of gossip among their peers.The novel follows the lives of John and Elizabeth's children, as well as their extended family members and close friends. The family is faced with various challenges and conflicts, including financial difficulties, romantic entanglements, and social pressures. The story explores themes of love, loyalty, ambition, and the complexities of family relationships.Throughout the novel, the characters struggle to reconcile their personal desires with the expectations of their social status and the expectations of their family. The story is set against the backdrop of late 19th century America, with its rapidly changing social and economic landscape.Overall, The Beckwiths is a compelling family drama that offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the wealthy elite during a pivotal moment in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.