Gone With the Wind
books by Margaret Mitchell
An alternate cover for this ISBN can be found here. Since its original publication in 1936, Gone with the Wind—winner of the Pulitzer Prize and one of the bestselling novels of all time—has been heralded by readers everywhere as The Great American Novel. Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American Read. Widely considered The Great American Novel, and often remembered for its epic film version, Gone with the Wind explores the depth of human passions with an intensity as bold as its setting in the red hills of Georgia. A superb piece of storytelling, it vividly depicts the drama of the Civil War and Reconstruction. This is the tale of Scarlett O’Hara, the spoiled, manipulative daughter of a wealthy plantation owner, who arrives at young womanhood... Readers often note the book’s ability to remain engaging without relying on exaggerated drama. Instead, it draws interest through authentic situations and believable character responses. This grounded approach adds credibility to the narrative. The book encourages readers to remain attentive by rewarding careful reading. Small details gain significance as the story progresses, adding layers of meaning to the narrative.