Five men survive a South Seas shipwreck and wash up on a seemingly deserted beach, only to discover that five beautiful, winged women live on the island as well. Dazzled and soon in love, the men will do anything to possess these flying women . . . but what they plan, and how the magical women respond, is tellingly--and very predictably--human. First published in 1914, and praised by Ursula K. LeGuin as "a real rediscovery--romantic, satiric, funny, fanciful, and a good read," Angel Island is an adventure story and a ...
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Five men survive a South Seas shipwreck and wash up on a seemingly deserted beach, only to discover that five beautiful, winged women live on the island as well. Dazzled and soon in love, the men will do anything to possess these flying women . . . but what they plan, and how the magical women respond, is tellingly--and very predictably--human. First published in 1914, and praised by Ursula K. LeGuin as "a real rediscovery--romantic, satiric, funny, fanciful, and a good read," Angel Island is an adventure story and a genre-defining tale about women's rights.
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Like New. Like new Hardcover. HARD TO FIND. Covers show very minor shelf wear, otherwise an unblemished copy. FORMER COLLECTOR'S COPY. This is a reprint edition by Ayer Co. Publishers of the original 1914 Henry Holt and Company Edition. No DJ.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day!