Publication

1951 - Scribners, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

124,000 words, Guess

Page Count

496 pages

Identifiers

Classifications

  • LCCPZ3.C12743 Bal
  • LCCPS3505.A364 Bal

Description

A novel about American industry and the evils of war. Charles Whittman, lonely head of a steel firm in Pennsylvania, senses the coming of the Great War. He is a widower whose whole life revolves around keeping his company running and protecting his son. He finds himself up against powerful men who threaten civilization itself.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • The balance wheel.Scribners1951-01-01

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