Gone with the Wind

Set against the backdrop of the American Civil War, the story follows the headstrong Scarlet O'Hara, a spoiled plantation owner's daughter, whose unrequited love for Ashley Wilkes leads her to a hasty marriage with Charles Hamilton. As the war unfolds, she navigates loss and hardship, ultimately becoming a savvy businesswoman. Her tumultuous relationship with the roguish Rhett Butler, a gambler and blockade runner, adds complexity to her journey of survival and independence. This enduring classic explores themes of love, resilience, and societal change.