Senator North

"Senator North" by Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton is a story that happens in the late 1800s, focusing on Betty Madison, a Southern woman back from abroad. She wants to get involved in politics, which clashes with her mother’s old-fashioned ideas about politicians. Before jumping into the political scene, Betty voices her respect for important people like Senator North, showing she wants more than just silly social events. The start of the book shows Betty's personality and her connection with her mother, who stands for traditional Southern values. Betty's goal to learn about and be a part of politics is a big change for her, as she tries to escape society's limits. Scenes show Betty talking honestly with her mother, sharing their opinions on politicians, and setting up Betty's search for knowledge and a bond with powerful senators, including her interest in Senator North. Atherton's writing creates a lively image of the social atmosphere within Washington's political world, suggesting complicated character relationships that will be revealed as the story continues.