The Midlander

Bigger newer faster. Demolish and rebuild then demolish and rebuild again. Smoke soot and noise are the badges of prosperity and growth is for growth's sake.The third book in what would become known as Booth Tarkington's growth trilogy is about a small midwestern town rapidly transforming into a modern industrial city. Young Dan Oliphant dreams of an expanding Midland and sinks his heart soul and modest inheritance into building a bustling addition but faces resistance from the town's business leaders and his own family ultimately leading to destruction.