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The Islands Of Desire: A Novel (1921)

The Islands Of Desire: A Novel (1921)

Patrick, Diana

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1165113643
ISBN13: 9781165113644
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 328
Weight: 0.97
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Islands of Desire is a novel written by Diana Patrick and was first published in 1921. The story is set in the early 20th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Mary who is sent to live on a remote island in the South Pacific after the death of her father. Mary soon discovers that life on the island is vastly different from what she is used to, and she must adapt to the new culture and way of life.As Mary adjusts to her new surroundings, she meets a group of people who are living on the island, including a handsome young man named Jack. Mary and Jack develop a deep connection, and their relationship becomes the central focus of the novel. However, their love is threatened by the arrival of a group of missionaries who bring with them their own set of beliefs and values, which clash with those of the islanders.The novel explores themes of love, loss, cultural differences, and the clash of tradition and modernity. The Islands of Desire is a beautifully written novel that transports the reader to a far-off land and immerses them in the rich culture and traditions of the South Pacific. It is a timeless tale of love and adventure that will captivate readers of all ages.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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