Publisher's Synopsis
Don Luis' Wife, A Romance Of The West Indies: From Her Letters (1897) is a novel written by Lillian Hinman Shuey. The book is a fictional account of the life of a woman named Dona Isabel, who is married to a wealthy plantation owner named Don Luis in the West Indies. The story is told through a series of letters written by Dona Isabel, which chronicle her experiences as a young woman living in a society that is deeply divided by race and class.As the story unfolds, Dona Isabel struggles to find her place in a world that is dominated by men and where women are expected to conform to strict societal norms. She is torn between her love for her husband and her desire to be free from the constraints of her marriage. Along the way, she faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including the threat of violence from her husband's jealous ex-lover and the dangers of living in a society that is rife with political unrest.Despite these challenges, Dona Isabel remains steadfast in her determination to live life on her own terms. Through her letters, she reveals her innermost thoughts and feelings, as well as her hopes and dreams for the future. Ultimately, Don Luis' Wife, A Romance Of The West Indies: From Her Letters is a powerful and moving story about the struggle for freedom and self-determination in a world that is often hostile and unforgiving.And The Manuscripts Of The Padre, The Doctor Caccavelli, Marc Aurele, Curate Of Samani.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.
