Winston Churchill, an American author, wrote the best-selling book Coniston in 1906. Winston Churchill's book Coniston examines New Hampshire's lengthy political history. It tells the tale of Granite State politics throughout the progressive reform era, featuring colourful politicians, corruption, and adherence to our long-standing political traditions, which, despite the state's tiny size, have left a significant historical impact. It takes place in the fictional New England town of Coniston between the 1830s and the immediate post-Civil War era and is centred on Jethro Bass, a man who abuses the political system to acquire enormous influence.