Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Booth Tarkington

A lively snapshot of early‑twentieth‑century America unfolds across several short novels, each offering a distinct tone yet sharing a common focus on ordinary people navigating everyday ambitions and setbacks. The prose balances gentle humor with keen observation, drawing listeners into bustling small‑town streets, cozy family rooms, and the restless energy of youth.

Among the pieces, a mischievous twelve‑year‑old’s escapades capture the innocence and rebellion of childhood, while a young woman’s quiet determination reveals the pressures of social climbing. A brief but potent tale of moral conflict examines the pull between conscience and convenience, and another story of a modest family’s hopes paints a vivid portrait of resilience. Together, these narratives create a rich mosaic of a changing society, inviting listeners to experience the joys, anxieties, and quiet triumphs of a bygone era.