The novel "Gone with the Wind" is a historical literary work by American author Margaret Mitchell, set in the period before the American Civil War and during the Reconstruction era in the South.

The story follows Scarlett O'Hara, a girl from a wealthy family, and how her life changes and is affected by the war and the events that followed.

The novel is characterized by its strong characters, intriguing narrative, and its exploration of themes of love, loss, conflict, and survival.