The Tahquitch Maiden: A Tale Of The San Jacintos (1911)

By Phebe Estelle Spalding

Book Overview

The Tahquitch Maiden: A Tale Of The San Jacintos is a novel written by Phebe Estelle Spalding and first published in 1911. The story takes place in the San Jacinto Mountains of Southern California and follows the adventures of a young woman named Ysabel as she navigates the challenges of life in the wilderness. Ysabel is a member of the Cahuilla tribe and is known as the Tahquitch Maiden, a title that carries great respect and honor within her community. The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and the struggle between tradition and modernity. Ysabel falls in love with a white man named Jack, who is part of a group of settlers that have moved into the area. Their relationship is met with resistance from both Ysabel's tribe and Jack's family, who believe that the two cultures cannot coexist peacefully. As Ysabel and Jack try to find a way to be together, they must also confront the threat of a powerful earthquake that threatens to destroy their homes and way of life. The novel is a gripping tale of survival and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Overall, The Tahquitch Maiden: A Tale Of The San Jacintos is a captivating historical novel that offers a vivid portrayal of life in early 20th century California. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the region, as well as those who enjoy tales of adventure and romance.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: 1163957003
• ISBN13: 9781163957004
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 42 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"