Publisher's Synopsis
The Cotton Tree, Or Emily, The Little West Indian: A Tale For Young People is a novel written by Theodora Elizabeth Lynch in 1853. The story follows the life of Emily, a young girl living in the West Indies during the early 19th century. Emily is the daughter of a wealthy plantation owner and her life is full of privilege and luxury. However, when her father dies, Emily's life is turned upside down. She is forced to leave her home and move in with her aunt, who lives in a small village on the island.As Emily adjusts to her new life, she learns about the harsh realities of life for the slaves who work on her family's plantation. She becomes friends with a young slave girl named Dido and begins to understand the injustices of slavery. Emily's aunt, who is a Quaker, teaches her about the importance of treating all people with kindness and respect, regardless of their race or social status.Throughout the novel, Emily faces many challenges and learns important life lessons. She must navigate the complexities of race and class in a society that is deeply divided. She also learns about the power of friendship and the importance of standing up for what is right, even when it is difficult.Overall, The Cotton Tree, Or Emily, The Little West Indian: A Tale For Young People is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that explores important themes such as slavery, social justice, and friendship. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the West Indies or the fight for equality and justice.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.
