The action of one of the most famous bestsellers of American literature takes place in the 1860s during and after the civil war in the southern states of the United States.When the war begins, the life of a young Scarlett O'Hara and her family changes dramatically : instead of magnificent balls and social events - shell explosions, the whistle of bullets, the death of friends and relatives. Ashley Wilkes - the man whom Scarlett passionately loves, married another, went off to fight and disappeared without a trace. Her house is ransacked, the servants fled, but the young woman finds a way out of any situation, showing rare stamina and love of life. These qualities have become an example and inspiration for many Americans. The novel became incredibly popular, it was awarded the Pulitzer Prize, translated into 37 languages, sold over 30 million copies and is constantly reprinted.