A Princess Of Java: A Tale Of The Far East (1887)

By Sarah Jane Hatfield Higginson

Book Overview

""A Princess of Java: A Tale of the Far East"" is a novel written by Sarah Jane Higginson and published in 1887. The story is set in the exotic and mysterious land of Java, where the protagonist, Princess Dewi, lives in a world of luxury and privilege. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she falls in love with a young American man, Walter, who is visiting Java on a business trip. The two must navigate the cultural differences and societal expectations that threaten to keep them apart. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a cunning villain and a wise old sage, as they embark on a journey of self-discovery and love. ""A Princess of Java"" is a captivating tale that offers a glimpse into the rich and fascinating culture of the Far East, while also exploring universal themes of love, identity, and the human experience.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: 1120127033
• ISBN13: 9781120127037
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 446 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"