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Two Years in the French West Indies - cover

Two Years in the French West Indies

Lafcadio Hearn

Publisher: Good Press

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In 1887, Lafcadio Hearn sailed from New York to Martinique. He planned to stay for a few months but remained there for two years. Hearn viewed French-ruled Martinique as a fusion of European, African, and Asian influences. He provides a picture of a Caribbean colony where slavery had just ended, and race was an essential matter of identity. In addition, he beautifully describes the island's landscape, flora and fauna, architecture, and rural villages.
Available since: 11/25/2019.
Print length: 346 pages.

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