Throckmorton: A Novel

Name: Throckmorton: A Novel
Author: Molly Elliot Seawell

By Molly Elliot Seawell

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Set in a secluded Virginia neighborhood, the story examines parish and plantation life as families negotiate manners, loyalties, and ambition. A dignified, soldierly newcomer and a gifted, talkative outsider stir local interest and expose contrasts between action and conversation. A recently widowed woman reenters society with her daughters, encountering dances, parsonage politics, and matchmaking efforts that test friendships and reveal private feelings. Through episodes of social gathering and domestic detail, the narrative traces how tradition, temperament, and community expectations shape personal choices and relationships.

About the Author

Molly Elliot Seawell

Molly Elliot Seawell was an American author known for her diverse contributions to literature, including novels, children's stories, and historical narratives. Her works often reflect her interest in American history and society, as seen in titles like "A Virginia Cavalier" and "Despotism and Democracy: A Study in Washington Society and Politics." Seawell's storytelling is characterized by rich character development and vivid settings, appealing to both young readers and adults. She also wrote engaging tales of adventure and the sea, such as "Quarterdeck and Fok'sle: Stories of the Sea." Through her varied body of work, Seawell has left a notable mark on American literary heritage.