Windy McPherson's Son (1922)

Windy McPherson's Son is a novel written by Sherwood Anderson and published in 1922. The story is set in the small town of Coal Creek, Ohio, and follows the life of the titular character, Windy McPherson. Windy is the son of a wealthy and respected businessman in the town, but he is not content with his life and seeks to break free from his father's expectations.The novel explores themes of family, identity, and the struggles of small-town life. Windy's father is a domineering figure who expects his son to follow in his footsteps and take over the family business. However, Windy is more interested in pursuing his own interests and dreams, which leads to conflict between the two.As Windy grows up and begins to make his own way in the world, he faces a series of challenges and setbacks. He falls in love with a woman who is already engaged to another man, and he struggles to find his place in the world outside of his father's shadow.Throughout the novel, Anderson explores the complexities of family relationships and the ways in which they can both support and hinder individual growth. Windy's journey is a poignant and often painful one, but it ultimately leads him to a greater understanding of himself and his place in the world.Windy McPherson's Son is a classic work of American literature and a powerful exploration of the human experience. Anderson's writing is rich and evocative, capturing the nuances of small-town life and the inner workings of the human heart.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.