Mariposilla: A Novel (1895)
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ISBN10: 1163901539
ISBN13: 9781163901533
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 270
Weight: 0.80
Height: 0.57 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781163901533
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 270
Weight: 0.80
Height: 0.57 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Mariposilla: A Novel is a historical fiction book written by Mary Stewart Daggett in 1895. The story is set in Mexico during the 19th century and follows the life of a young Mexican girl named Mariposilla. Mariposilla is an orphan who is taken in by a wealthy family and raised as their own. However, she is constantly reminded of her lower social status and struggles to find her place in society.As Mariposilla grows older, she falls in love with a young man named Luis, who is from a wealthy family. Despite their different backgrounds, they continue to see each other in secret. However, their love is soon threatened by the political turmoil that is taking place in Mexico at the time.The novel explores themes of love, social class, and political upheaval. It provides a unique perspective on Mexican history and culture during the 19th century. Mariposilla is a compelling character who represents the struggles of many young women during this time period.Overall, Mariposilla: A Novel is a captivating read that transports readers to a different time and place. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or Mexican culture.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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