Release date is 2025-02-27

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"The Girl He Left Behind" by Helen Beecher Long is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Ethel Clayton, a capable and ambitious young woman working at the Hapwood-Diller Company, as she navigates her role in the office while facing the impact of World War I on her personal and professional life. The opening of the novel introduces Ethel Clayton and her colleagues at the Hapwood-Diller Company, highlighting her competence as she handles important business decisions. Frank Barton, the general manager, appreciates Ethel’s abilities and entrusts her with significant responsibilities. As tensions rise with the impending war and the enlistment of local boys, the narrative explores Ethel's inner conflicts and feelings towards Barton, who is preparing to leave for military service. This initial section sets the stage for a story of personal growth, love, and the challenges women faced during a tumultuous time in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Originally published: New York: George Sully & Company, 1918