Laurentia: A Tale Of Japan (1861)

Laurentia: A Tale of Japan is a novel written by Georgiana Fullerton and published in 1861. The story is set in Japan and follows the life of a young girl named Laurentia, who is the daughter of a British merchant and a Japanese mother. Laurentia is raised in Japan and is deeply influenced by Japanese culture and customs. However, when she is sent to England to be educated, she struggles to adapt to the Western way of life. The novel explores themes of cultural identity, love, and the clash of cultures. It is a fascinating portrayal of Japan during a time when the country was undergoing significant changes and modernization. Fullerton's vivid descriptions of Japanese life and customs provide a unique insight into a country that was largely unknown to Western readers at the time. Overall, Laurentia: A Tale of Japan is a beautifully written and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into a fascinating period of Japanese 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.