Publisher's Synopsis
The Cruise Of The Scythian: In The West Indies (1899) is a travelogue written by Susan De Forest Day. The book is a detailed account of her journey aboard the yacht Scythian, as it sailed through the West Indies. The author describes the various ports of call, the people she met, the customs and traditions of the locals, and the natural beauty of the region. She also provides insights into the history and politics of the islands, as well as the impact of colonialism on the region. The book is richly illustrated with photographs and maps, and provides a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of travel and exploration. Overall, The Cruise Of The Scythian is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the West Indies or travel writing.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.
