Gone with the Wind, written by Margaret Mitchell, is a sweeping epic set against the backdrop of the American Civil War and Reconstruction era. The novel follows the headstrong Scarlett O'Hara as she navigates love, loss, and survival in the face of adversity. Scarlett's tumultuous relationship with the dashing Rhett Butler forms the core of the story, as they engage in a passionate and tempestuous love affair. Gone with the Wind is a timeless classic that explores themes of love, resilience, and the complexities of human nature.