The Bent Twig

"The Bent Twig" is a semi-autobiographical novel that offers a glimpse into the life of a highly intellectual American family during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The story is narrated by Sylvia Marshall, the favored daughter of an economics professor at a Midwestern state university. As Sylvia follows in her father's inquisitive footsteps, the book presents a series of incidents that showcase the family's intellectual pursuits and their interactions with society. Written in a matter-of-fact style with a touch of Tarkingtonesque humor, this novel provides an engaging and insightful portrayal of a bygone era.