A Romance At The Antipodes (1890)

A Romance At The Antipodes (1890)

Mrs. R. Dun Douglass / MrsRDun Douglass

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Antropología social y cultural, etnografía
ISBN:
9781436747745
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A Romance At The Antipodes is a novel written by Mrs. R. Dun Douglass and published in 1890. The story is set in Australia and revolves around the lives of two young lovers, Alice and Guy, who come from different social backgrounds. Alice is the daughter of a wealthy landowner, while Guy is a poor artist who is struggling to make a living. Despite their differences, they fall deeply in love with each other.The novel explores the themes of class, love, and family relationships. Alice’s father disapproves of her relationship with Guy and tries to separate them. However, their love for each other is too strong to be broken. The story follows their journey as they navigate the challenges of their relationship and try to overcome the obstacles that stand in their way.The novel also provides a vivid description of life in Australia during the late 19th century. The author paints a picture of the rugged landscape, the harsh climate, and the social customs of the time. The book is a fascinating insight into the history and culture of Australia during this period.Overall, A Romance At The Antipodes is a captivating story of love and perseverance set against the backdrop of colonial Australia. It is a timeless classic that continues to be enjoyed by readers today.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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