Latitude 19° / A Romance of the West Indies in the Year of Our Lord Eighteen Hundred and Twenty

Name: Latitude 19° / A Romance of the West Indies in the Year of Our Lord Eighteen Hundred and Twenty
Author: Mrs. Schuyler Crowninshield

By Mrs. Schuyler Crowninshield

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A small ship's company with a young woman is wrecked on a Caribbean island and must survive amid hostile natives and marauding pirates. The narrator recounts raids, captures, daring escapes, secreted treasure, moral dilemmas, and shifting alliances as the group endures imprisonment, loss, and violence. Encounters with local rulers and treacherous conspirators lead to pitched battles and sudden deaths, while moments of tenderness, humor, and personal reckoning punctuate the hardships. The narrative traces the group's attempts to regain freedom, salvage a buried fortune, and find a new home after repeated reversals of fortune.

About the Author

Mrs. Schuyler Crowninshield

Mrs. Schuyler Crowninshield was an American author known for her contributions to early 20th-century literature. Her notable works include "Latitude 19° / A Romance of the West Indies in the Year of Our Lord Eighteen Hundred and Twenty," which explores themes of adventure and romance set against the backdrop of the Caribbean. Another significant title, "San Isidro," reflects her interest in cultural narratives. Crowninshield's writing often intertwines historical elements with imaginative storytelling, offering readers a glimpse into her unique perspective on life and society during her time.