The novel follows the story of a young man named John who returns to his hometown in New England after serving in World War I. He finds that his family's farm has been abandoned and is now owned by a wealthy businessman named Mr. Farr. John tries to reclaim his family's land but is met with resistance from Mr. Farr and the local community. The novel explores themes of class struggle, the effects of war on individuals and society, and the tension between tradition and modernity.
By Arthur Willis Colton · First published 1920 · Genre: Adventure, Drama, Survival