David Harum A Story of American Life

By Edward Noyes Westcott

David Harum: A story of American life is a novel that vividly portrays rural American life in central New York through the lens of a shrewd, horse-trading banker. The story follows a clever and humorous man known for his straightforward observations and philanthropic deeds, hidden beneath a gruff exterior. He decides to bring in a young assistant recommended by a friend to help with his bank, and the narrative explores their developing relationship as the assistant navigates his new responsibilities and the local community's customs. The protagonist's horse-trading serves as a metaphor for his pragmatic and sometimes morally flexible approach to business and life. Throughout, themes of character, morality, and human nature are woven into the depiction of small-town life and its economic and social dynamics. Love and lessons on human nature enrich the narrative, making it a celebrated example of American regional fiction, capturing the heart and humor of a bygone era with warmth and insight.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9373400940
• ISBN13: 9789373400945
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 0.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"