The Contrast: A Novel (1796)

By E S Villa-Real Gooch

Book Overview

The Contrast: A Novel is a historical fiction novel written by Elizabeth S. Villa-Real and first published in 1796. The novel follows the story of a young woman named Caroline, who is forced to leave her comfortable life in England to marry a wealthy plantation owner in the Caribbean. Caroline struggles to adapt to her new life and the harsh realities of slavery that she witnesses on the plantation. Along the way, she meets a young slave named Pompey, who helps her navigate the complexities of life in the Caribbean. The novel explores themes of race, class, and gender, and offers a nuanced portrayal of the complexities of life in the late 18th century. The Contrast: A Novel is a thought-provoking and engaging read that offers a unique perspective on a fascinating period in 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: 1163935654
• ISBN13: 9781163935651
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 158 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"