The Wheat Princess

The Story Follows The Protagonist Helen Merriam A Young American Woman Who Travels To Italy. Helen Is The Daughter Of A Wealthy Wheat Magnate And Her Family'S Fortune Has Been Built On The Success Of Their Wheat Business. In Italy Helen Becomes Immersed In The Local Culture And Landscape And She Encounters Various Characters Who Shape Her Journey. Helen'S Experiences In Italy Lead Her To Question The Values And Practices Of Her Family'S Business Particularly The Impact Of Their Wealth On The Lives Of Others. She Becomes Romantically Involved With An Italian Nobleman Whose Perspective Further Influences Her Views On Wealth Privilege And Social Responsibility.