Rivals In Eden – William Mcateer

William McAteer’s “Rivals in Eden” vividly chronicles the captivating history of the Seychelles Islands from 1742 to 1818. It details the arrival of Major Delaunay and his French settlers, accompanied by African slaves, in 1770, transforming an untouched paradise. The book explores the initial impact on indigenous wildlife and the subsequent struggle for control as the British sought to conquer these strategic islands. Discover how French rule, though brief, indelibly shaped the Seychelles’ unique cultural identity despite over a century of British dominion.

Condition: Overall in Very Good condition with minor shelf wear consistent with age.