Straws in the Wind is a novel written by Martin J. McHugh and published in 1896. The book tells the story of John O'Hara, an Irish immigrant who comes to America in search of a better life. O'Hara is a hardworking man, but he is also impulsive and prone to making bad decisions.The novel follows O'Hara's struggles as he tries to make a living in America. He works in a variety of jobs, from mining to farming, but he never seems to be able to get ahead...