Swallowed Up (1922)

Swallowed Up is a novel written by Edith Bolling Galt Wilson, who was the second wife of former United States President Woodrow Wilson. The book was first published in 1922 and tells the story of a young woman named Barbara Haddon, who is forced to confront the consequences of her actions when she becomes involved in a scandalous love affair.The novel is set in the early 20th century and explores themes of love, betrayal, and redemption. Barbara is a beautiful and ambitious young woman who is determined to make a name for herself in the world. She falls in love with a wealthy and powerful man named John Randolph, but their relationship is complicated by his marriage to another woman.As Barbara and John's affair becomes more intense, they are forced to confront the consequences of their actions. Barbara is ostracized by society and faces the disapproval of her family and friends. She must decide whether to continue down a path of self-destruction or to try to redeem herself in the eyes of those around her.Swallowed Up is a gripping and emotional novel that offers a glimpse into the social mores of the early 20th century. It is a story of love and loss, of betrayal and redemption, and of the power of forgiveness. The book is a testament to the talent of Edith Bolling Galt Wilson, who was not only a First Lady but also a gifted writer.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.