The Prince Of Palms

By William Purdie Treloar

Book Overview

The Prince of Palms is a historical novel written by William Purdie Treloar and published in 1884. The story is set in the 19th century and follows the life of a young man named Victor de la Tour who is the Prince of Palms, a small island in the Indian Ocean. Victor's father, the King of Palms, dies unexpectedly and Victor is forced to take on the responsibilities of ruling the island at a very young age.The novel explores the challenges and struggles that Victor faces as he tries to navigate the complex political landscape of the island and maintain the independence of his people against the encroaching influence of colonial powers. Along the way, Victor falls in love with a young woman named Marie, but their relationship is threatened by the opposition of her father, who is a powerful and influential figure on the island.As the story unfolds, Victor must confront a series of crises and challenges, including a rebellion among his own people, a devastating hurricane that destroys much of the island, and a plot by a rival European power to take control of Palms. Through it all, Victor remains steadfast in his commitment to his people and his determination to preserve their way of life.The Prince of Palms is a gripping tale of adventure, romance, and political intrigue that offers a vivid portrayal of life in the colonial era. Treloar's writing is rich and evocative, bringing the island of Palms and its inhabitants to life with vivid detail and compelling characters. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of colonialism, the struggles of small nations to maintain their independence, or simply a thrilling and engaging story.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: 1167167066
• ISBN13: 9781167167065
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"