Publisher's Synopsis
The Island Neighbors: A Novel of American Life, written by Antoinette Louisa Brown Blackwell and published in 1871, is a work of fiction that explores the lives of a group of people living on an island off the coast of New England. The story centers around the relationships and interactions between the island's inhabitants, as well as their struggles and triumphs in various aspects of life.The novel features a diverse cast of characters, including farmers, fishermen, and wealthy summer visitors. Through their experiences, the book touches on themes of class, gender, race, and religion, as well as the challenges and joys of daily life in a small community.The protagonist of the story is a young woman named Mary, who is torn between her love for a local fisherman and the expectations of her wealthy family. As Mary navigates these conflicting pressures and the challenges of life on the island, she learns important lessons about love, loyalty, and the importance of community.Overall, The Island Neighbors offers a vivid and engaging portrait of life in 19th century America, with a particular focus on the unique challenges and rewards of living in a small, tight-knit community.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.
