The Sugar Planter's Daughter

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Set in 1912 British Guiana, the story follows Winnie Cox as she prepares to marry George Quint, her true love. Defying her privileged upbringing on her father's sugar plantation, Winnie rejects her family's expectations by choosing to be with George, a poor black postman from the slums. This choice highlights themes of love, class struggle, and societal norms, setting the stage for a poignant exploration of personal sacrifice and the complexities of racial and social dynamics.