From the Terrace
John O'Hara
Chronicles the events of Alfred Eaton's life against his successful career in MacHardie and Company and the Department of the Navy--Novelist.
Read Time: ~9.8 hr
The Winthrop Woman
by Anya Seton (1958)
About this book
The Winthrop Woman by Anya Seton is an acclaimed literary masterpiece celebrating major critical honors and timeless storytelling.
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraLate 20th Century
Protagonist / CoreNotable Characters
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