The Root of Evil
The Root of Evil is a 1911 novel by Thomas Dixon, Jr. set in New York City and the mountains of North Carolina. It follows young lawyer James Stuart and his fiancée Nan Primrose as they navigate love, ambition, and societal pressures, particularly from Nan's mother, who seeks to break their engagement by introducing wealthy suitors. The novel explores themes of morality and the impact of wealth on personal relationships amidst a backdrop of rising social conflicts.
