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The English In The West Indies; Or, The Bow Of Ulysses

The English In The West Indies; Or, The Bow Of Ulysses

James Anthony Froude

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Alpha Editions
Año de edición:
2021
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Literatura: historia y crítica
ISBN:
9789354841262
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A narrow, sunlit horizon opens onto a wide world of empire and encounter. The English In The West Indies, Or, The Bow Of Ulysses invites readers to walk with James Anthony Froude across colonial shores, where travel writing becomes a lens on power, culture, and conviction.This volume offers more than a travelogue; it is a layered historical essay that peers into the British West Indies during the Victorian empire era, balancing vivid scene-setting with sharp commentary on imperialism and culture. Through Froude’s reflective prose, readers encounter a classic empire travelogue that blends ethnographic curiosity with social critique, making it a compelling entry for both casual readers and academic lists. It stands as a key touchstone for those exploring racial and social commentary within historical contexts, while still singing to travel history enthusiasts and readers who savor carefully observed settings in colonial history.Literary and historical significance are woven through every page, marking the work as essential reading for those tracing the arc of empire and its legacies. For modern audiences, the text arrives as a carefully restored artifact, inviting fresh eyes to its debates and observations about colonial life, culture, and governance. A perfect fit for collectors and lovers of classic literature alike, it is a window into a pivotal era of the British empire.Selling points: Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today’s and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector’s item and a cultural treasure.

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