'Lady Baltimore' is a timeless novel that delves into the aftermath of the American Civil War in Charleston. Against the backdrop of a changing society, the story focuses on the power of personal reconciliation between Northerners and Southerners in the early 1900s. The novel provides an in-depth look at the process of healing and the importance of understanding between different groups, rather than political posturing. The conversations between a Northerner and several Southerners provide insight into the challenges of rebuilding a fractured society, and offer a glimpse into the human spirit's ability to overcome even the most daunting of obstacles.