A Cuban Amazon (1897)

By Virginia Lyndall Dunbar

Book Overview

""A Cuban Amazon"" is a historical novel written by Virginia Lyndall Dunbar and published in 1897. The book is set in Cuba during the Spanish-American War, and follows the story of a young Cuban woman named Maria de las Nieves. Maria is a skilled horse rider and an expert with a machete, earning her the nickname ""The Cuban Amazon."" As the war rages on, Maria becomes involved in the fight for Cuban independence and joins forces with the rebels. Along the way, she falls in love with an American soldier named Lieutenant Jack Hazard, but their relationship is complicated by their differing loyalties and the dangers of war. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and patriotism, and offers a glimpse into the political and social climate of Cuba during this tumultuous time in history. It is also notable for its portrayal of a strong, independent female protagonist who defies gender norms and fights for what she believes in. Overall, ""A Cuban Amazon"" is a gripping tale of adventure, romance, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of a pivotal moment in Cuban history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166468445
• ISBN13: 9781166468446
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 302 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"