Publisher's Synopsis
The Kidnapping of Peter Cray: A Story of the South Seas is a novel written by Robert Leighton and published in 1903. The story is set in the South Seas and revolves around the kidnapping of a young man named Peter Cray. Peter is the son of a wealthy plantation owner and is taken captive by a group of natives who are seeking revenge against his father. The novel follows Peter's journey as he is taken from his comfortable life and forced to adapt to the harsh conditions of the South Seas. Along the way, he meets a cast of characters, including a beautiful native girl named Marama, who becomes his ally in his quest for freedom. The Kidnapping of Peter Cray is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of colonialism, cultural differences, and the clash between tradition and modernity. It offers a vivid portrayal of life in the South Seas at the turn of the century and is a captivating read for anyone interested in adventure and exploration.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.
