The Story of Henrietta

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The narrative centers on Henrietta, whose idyllic life is disrupted by her oppressive father's demands. Summoned to his Jamaican plantation, she faces an unwanted marriage and a series of perilous challenges, including threats from natives, a slave uprising, and a hermit with a dark past. This edition features the unabridged text from the original 1800 publication, enhanced by a new introduction and detailed annotations by Janina Nordius, offering deeper insights into the story's context and themes.