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Gardens of the Caribbees, v. 2/2 / Sketches of a Cruise to the West Indies and the Spanish Main

By Ida May Hill Starr
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A travel writer presents episodic sketches of a cruise through the West Indies and the Spanish Main, moving island to island and port to port. Vivid scenes range from coastal beaches and Trinidad’s asphalt lake to the mountain approach into Caracas and visits to Puerto Cabello, Curaçao, Kingston, Havana, and Martinique. Botanical and garden details mingle with portraits of local architecture, markets, transport, and daily life, while practical observations and personal impressions convey climate, scenery, and the unforeseen difficulties and small pleasures of independent travel in the region.

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Ida May Hill Starr

Ida May Hill Starr was an American author known for her travel writing and vivid descriptions of the Caribbean. Her notable work, "Gardens of the Caribbees: Sketches of a Cruise to the West Indies and the Spanish Main," is a two-volume account that captures the beauty and culture of the islands she visited. Through her engaging prose, Starr provides readers with a glimpse into the landscapes, flora, and local life of the Caribbean during her time. Her writings contribute to the literary heritage of travel literature, offering both adventure and insight into a region rich in history and natural beauty.

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