Two Years in the French West Indies by Lafcadio Hearn

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Author Hearn, Lafcadio, 1850-1904
Title Two Years in the French West Indies
Note Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Richard Farris and David Widger
Summary "Two Years in the French West Indies" by Lafcadio Hearn is a travel narrative composed in the late 19th century. The work chronicles Hearn's encounters and experiences during his two-year stay in Martinique, exploring the island's culture, landscapes, and people, capturing its enchanting allure and vibrant life through a reflective lens. At the start of the narrative, Hearn describes his journey from New York to the vibrant Caribbean, detailing the sensory experiences onboard the ship, including the vivid colors of the sea and sky. His writing conveys a sense of wonder as he observes the changing hues of the water and the breathtaking sunsets, setting the stage for the exploration of the islands to come. The opening portion serves as an immersive introduction to Hearn’s journey, emphasizing the beauty and charm of the region, while hinting at the deeper cultural observations that will follow in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F2001: History of the Americas: Lesser Antilles
Subject Martinique -- Description and travel
Subject Hearn, Lafcadio, 1850-1904 -- Travel -- Martinique
Category Text
EBook-No. 6381
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 21, 2012
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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