Straws In The Wind (1896)

By Martin J. McHugh

Book Overview

Straws in the Wind is a novel written by Martin J. McHugh and published in 1896. The book tells the story of John O'Hara, an Irish immigrant who comes to America in search of a better life. O'Hara is a hardworking man, but he is also impulsive and prone to making bad decisions.The novel follows O'Hara's struggles as he tries to make a living in America. He works in a variety of jobs, from mining to farming, but he never seems to be able to get ahead. Along the way, he meets a cast of characters, including a wealthy businessman, a corrupt politician, and a beautiful young woman.As O'Hara navigates the ups and downs of his life, he is constantly confronted with the harsh realities of American society. He faces discrimination, poverty, and violence, but he never loses his spirit or his determination to succeed.Straws in the Wind is a poignant and powerful novel that explores the immigrant experience in America. It is a story of hope, perseverance, and the enduring human spirit.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165897555
• ISBN13: 9781165897551
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"