Coaina: The Rose of the Algonquins is a historical novel written by Anna Hanson Dorsey and published in 1867. The book tells the story of Coaina, a young Native American woman from the Algonquin tribe who falls in love with a French explorer named Paul de la Roche. The novel is set in the 17th century, during the time when the French and the English were competing for control of North America.Coaina is a beautiful and intelligent young woman who is highly respected by her tribe. She is also a skilled hunter and a gifted healer. When Paul de la Roche arrives in her village, Coaina is immediately drawn to him. Despite the language barrier and cultural differences, the two fall in love.Their romance is complicated by the fact that the French and the Algonquins are on opposite sides of the ongoing conflict between the French and the English. Coaina's tribe is allied with the French, while Paul is a representative of the English. As tensions rise between the two groups, Coaina and Paul must navigate their love for each other while also dealing with the larger political situation.Throughout the novel, Dorsey explores themes of love, loyalty, and cultural differences. She also provides a detailed and nuanced portrayal of Native American life and culture. Coaina: The Rose of the Algonquins is a classic work of historical fiction that offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in North American 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.
