Coniston — Complete

"Coniston" by Winston Churchill is a historical fiction set in a late 1800s New England village following Andrew Jackson's presidency. The story is about the ways of democracy and social class through the characters' experiences. At the heart of the book, Jethro Bass, the son of a tanner, is trying to find his way around town politics, while also having feelings for Cynthia Ware, the local minister's knowledgeable daughter. The village is full of social ranks and old traditions, setting the stage for political drama as Jethro tries to change things, which could disrupt the balance of the town.