The Turmoil

The Turmoil is a novel by Booth Tarkington, published in 1915, and it is the first in his Growth Trilogy. The series is centered around the Amberson family, exploring their rise and fall as a prominent, wealthy family in a small American town. The novel's primary themes include the clash between traditional old-world values and the emerging forces of industrialization, social change, and modernity. Tarkington’s exploration of these themes set the stage for a detailed look at the societal transformations occurring in early 20th-century America.