Joseph Hergesheimer
Joseph Hergesheimer was an American writer of the early 20th century known for his naturalistic novels of decadent life amongst the very wealthy.
The Three Black Pennys: A Novel
In early America, a restless young man from an ironmaking family navigates love, social expectations, and his own tumultuous search for identity.
By Joseph Hergesheimer
The Happy End
In rural Virginia, a man's dreams of marriage and a peaceful life are threatened when a glamorous actress arrives, stirring up desires for a world beyond their mountain home.
By Joseph Hergesheimer
Tubal Cain
A disheartened lawyer leaves his unfulfilling life behind, seeking transformation and purpose in the fiery world of iron forging.
By Joseph Hergesheimer
San CristĂłbal de la Habana
A stranger in a vibrant land explores history and belonging as he becomes captivated by the sights, sounds, and soul of a bewitching city.
By Joseph Hergesheimer
Mountain Blood: A Novel
A stagecoach ride through a mountainous community ignites a conflict between social classes and unspoken desires, threatening to overturn the simple life of a man caught between poverty and powerful connections.
By Joseph Hergesheimer
Wild Oranges
A weary sailor's peaceful stop turns into a whirlwind of mystery and danger when he encounters a captivating woman with a shadowed past.
By Joseph Hergesheimer
Linda Condon
Amidst high society's glittering facade, a solemn young girl quietly observes the complexities of her mother’s world, and her own identity.
By Joseph Hergesheimer
The Bright Shawl
Witness a clash of generations as an older man reflects on his vibrant youth in Havana, now contrasted by his nephew’s post-war disillusionment, questioning the values of a changing world.
By Joseph Hergesheimer
Hugh Walpole: An Appreciation
Explore the intertwining of real life and human emotion through one author's insightful storytelling.
By Joseph Hergesheimer
Cytherea
In a time of reflection, a man's fascination with a doll causes him and his wife to question both the world and each other.
By Joseph Hergesheimer
Java Head
In a world of ships and family traditions, a young girl confronts the challenges of growing up as she anticipates her uncle's return and questions her place in a changing world.
By Joseph Hergesheimer
The Lay Anthony: A Romance
** In a world of youthful dreams and societal expectations, a young man's search for love and identity begins.
By Joseph Hergesheimer
The Dark Fleece
A woman awaits her fiancé's return from the goldfields, grappling with how his newfound riches may change their relationship and her cherished way of life.
By Joseph Hergesheimer