Publisher's Synopsis
The Madigans is a novel written by Miriam Michelson and first published in 1904. The story follows the lives of the Madigan family, a wealthy and influential family living in San Francisco during the late 19th century. The patriarch of the family, John Madigan, is a successful businessman and politician who has built his fortune through his shrewd business acumen and political connections.The novel explores the complex relationships between the Madigan family members, including John's wife, Mary, and their four children: Tom, Jack, Nellie, and Kitty. Each member of the family is grappling with their own personal struggles, from Tom's addiction to gambling to Nellie's desire to break free from her family's expectations and pursue her own dreams.As the story unfolds, the Madigan family is faced with a series of challenges and crises that threaten to tear them apart. From financial ruin to scandalous affairs, the family must navigate these obstacles while also dealing with their own internal conflicts and rivalries.Through vivid descriptions and compelling characters, Michelson paints a portrait of a family struggling to maintain their status and reputation in a rapidly changing world. The Madigans is a timeless tale of love, loyalty, and the complexities of family dynamics that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
