Ancestors, Vol. 2

Gertrude Franklin Horn Atherton, an influential American author, is known for her novels set in California and her exploration of themes such as feminism, politics, and war. Her bestseller, Black Oxen, inspired a silent film, showcasing her impact on both literature and cinema. Atherton's literary journey began with her serialized romance, which led to familial ostracism upon her revelation as the author. After moving to New York and traveling to London, she returned to California, where she continued to write, publishing her first novel in 1888.