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The Cruise Of The Scythian: In The West Indies (1899)

The Cruise Of The Scythian: In The West Indies (1899)

Day, Susan De Forest

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ISBN10: 1165689421
ISBN13: 9781165689422
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 350
Weight: 1.03
Height: 0.73 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Cruise Of The Scythian: In The West Indies is a travelogue written by Susan De Forest Day and published in 1899. The book describes the author's journey aboard the yacht Scythian as she sails through the West Indies, visiting various islands and ports of call.The book is divided into several chapters, each one focusing on a different destination. Day provides detailed descriptions of the local culture, customs, and scenery, as well as her personal experiences and observations. She also includes historical and geographical information about each location, making the book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the West Indies.Throughout the book, Day's writing is vivid and engaging, bringing the reader along on her adventure. She describes the beauty of the islands, the hospitality of the locals, and the challenges of sailing in unfamiliar waters. She also shares her thoughts on various social and political issues of the time, providing a glimpse into the mindset of a well-educated, well-traveled woman of the late 19th century.Overall, The Cruise Of The Scythian: In The West Indies is a fascinating and informative travelogue that offers a unique perspective on the West Indies at the turn of the century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in travel writing, history, or the Caribbean.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.

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