The Establishment

In The Establishment, Howard Fast continues the saga of the Dan Lavette family, first introduced in The Immigrants and Second Generation. This gripping narrative follows the lives of Dan Lavette's children, focusing on the dynamic Barbara, whose journey oscillates between tragedy and personal fulfillment; Tom, whose relentless pursuit of power leads to his downfall; and Joe, who grapples with his commitment to helping the poor while struggling to support his emotionally abandoned wife. Fast artfully portrays the complexities of their lives against the backdrop of their time.