Publisher's Synopsis
The Cactus And The Crown is a novel set in Mexico during the reign of Carlota and Maximilian. The story follows the life of a young woman named Esperanza who is caught up in the political turmoil of the time. Esperanza is the daughter of a wealthy landowner and is engaged to a man she does not love. However, when she meets a handsome and charming young man named Miguel, she falls deeply in love with him.As the political situation in Mexico becomes more unstable, Esperanza and Miguel find themselves on opposite sides of the conflict. Miguel is a supporter of the emperor Maximilian, while Esperanza's family is loyal to the Mexican government. Despite their differences, Esperanza and Miguel continue to see each other in secret, and their love grows stronger.As the conflict between the two sides intensifies, Esperanza finds herself in danger. She is forced to flee her home and go into hiding, but Miguel is determined to find her and keep her safe. Along the way, they meet a cast of characters, including a group of rebels fighting against the emperor and a powerful Mexican general who has his own agenda.The Cactus And The Crown is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of a fascinating period in Mexican history. With vivid descriptions of the landscape and culture of Mexico, Catherine Gavin brings this turbulent era to life, and the reader is left with a deeper understanding of the complex forces that shaped the country's history.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.