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A Daughter of the Vine
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ISBN13: 9781025414140
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 302
Weight: 0.94
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A Daughter of the Vine is a gripping and tragic social drama set against the burgeoning landscape of mid-nineteenth-century San Francisco. Written by the prolific Gertrude Atherton, the novel follows the life of Nina Randolph, a beautiful and wealthy heiress whose life is overshadowed by a dark family secret and a relentless battle with dipsomania. As a prominent member of the city's elite social circles, Nina must navigate the rigid expectations of her class while grappling with an internal struggle that threatens to destroy her reputation and her future.
Through the character of Nina, Atherton explores themes of hereditary fate, social hypocrisy, and the limited agency of women in the Victorian era. The narrative vividly captures the atmosphere of early California, contrasting the glittering ballrooms of high society with the raw, personal torment of its protagonist. Based on a true story that shocked San Francisco society, A Daughter of the Vine is a daring psychological study that remains significant for its unflinching portrayal of addiction and the harsh consequences of social exile. This work stands as a poignant example of Atherton's ability to blend historical realism with intense emotional depth, offering a haunting look at a life unraveling amidst the constraints of the Gilded Age.
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