The Whirl

The Whirl A Romance Of Washington Society (1909)

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The Whirl: A Romance Of Washington Society is a novel written by Molly Elliot Seawell and originally published in 1909. The story takes place in Washington D.C. and follows the lives of a group of wealthy and influential individuals who are part of the city's high society. The main character is a young woman named Katherine Kilgour, who is trying to navigate the complex social world of Washington and find her place among the elite. Along the way, she meets a number of interesting and influential people, including politicians, diplomats, and socialites. As she becomes more involved in this world, she begins to realize the darker side of Washington society, including corruption and scandal. The novel is a fascinating look at the inner workings of Washington politics and the social hierarchy of the time. It is also a compelling love story, as Katherine falls in love with a young diplomat named Jack Thornton. The Whirl is a classic of American literature and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Washington D.C. and its society.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781166471286
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 318
Weight: 426g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 17mm