Publisher's Synopsis
Transatlantics is a novel written by Frederick W. Wendt, first published in 1899. The story follows the lives of two families, one American and one German, as they navigate the cultural and political tensions of the late 19th century. The novel is set against the backdrop of the transatlantic steamship industry, which was rapidly expanding at the time, and explores themes of immigration, social class, and national identity. The main characters include a young American woman who falls in love with a German engineer, a German immigrant who struggles to adapt to American society, and a wealthy American businessman who becomes embroiled in a scandal. The novel is notable for its vivid descriptions of life on board a transatlantic steamship and its nuanced portrayal of the cultural differences between America and Germany. Overall, Transatlantics is a compelling historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the challenges faced by immigrants and their descendants during a period of great social and political change.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.
