Latitude 19 Degrees - Schuyler Crowninshield - Bog

Latitude 19 Degrees is a novel set in the West Indies in the year 1820. Authored by Mrs. Schuyler Crowninshield, the book is a romantic tale that follows the life of a young American woman named Edith Van Dyne. Edith travels to the West Indies with her father, who is a wealthy businessman, to escape the harsh winters of New York. While in the Caribbean, Edith meets and falls in love with a charming plantation owner named Philip De Lisle. Despite the disapproval of her father, who wants her to marry someone of his choosing, Edith and Philip begin a passionate and forbidden romance. However, their happiness is short-lived as they face numerous obstacles, including the disapproval of society, a jealous ex-lover, and a devastating hurricane that threatens to destroy everything they hold dear. The novel is a vivid portrayal of life in the West Indies during the early 19th century, complete with descriptions of the exotic landscapes, customs, and traditions of the region. It is a timeless tale of love, passion, and perseverance in the face of adversity.Being A Faithful Account And True, Of The Painful Adventures Of The Skipper, The Bo�������s�������n, The Smith, The Mate, And Cynthia.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.