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Gone With The Wind
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Book Brief
1037
Novel • Fiction
American South • 1860s
1936
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell follows Scarlett O'Hara, the resourceful and determined daughter of a wealthy Georgia plantation owner, as she navigates love, loss, and survival during and after the Civil War. Scarlett's journey is impacted by her unrequited love for Ashley Wilkes and her turbulent relationship with the charming Rhett Butler, set against the backdrop of the South's decline. The book includes depictions of combat, sexual assault, and discriminatory language.
Melancholic
Romantic
Nostalgic
Emotional
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Margaret Mitchell's Gone With The Wind is praised for its rich, immersive portrayal of the American South during the Civil War and Reconstruction. The strong, complex character of Scarlett O'Hara captivates readers. However, its romanticized depiction of the Confederacy and racial stereotypes can be problematic. Overall, the novel remains a compelling but controversial epic.
Who Should Read Gone With The Wind?
A reader who enjoys sweeping historical sagas, intricate romances, and complex characters will be captivated by Margaret Mitchell's Gone With The Wind. Fans of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen and War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy will appreciate the rich, dramatic narrative and vivid depiction of a bygone era.
1,233,715 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
1037
Novel • Fiction
American South • 1860s
1936
Adult
18+ years
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