Throckmorton: A Novel

Throckmorton: A Novel, written by Molly Elliot Seawell in the late 19th century, is set in a secluded Virginia neighborhood during the post-Civil War era. The story follows the Temple family as they navigate the return of George Throckmorton, a former soldier labeled a traitor for his actions during the war. The novel delves into themes of loss, social tensions, and the complexities of love and familial devotion, particularly through the experiences of Judith and Jacqueline Temple as they confront their past and societal judgment in a recovering South.