A Daughter of the Misti by Charles Fletcher Lummis is a novel set in the Andes Mountains of Peru. The story follows the journey of a young woman named Maria, who is kidnapped and taken to the remote village of the Misti people. There, she learns their language and customs and becomes an integral part of their community. However, when a group of outsiders arrive in search of gold, Maria must choose between her newfound home and her old life. The novel explores themes of cultural identity, belonging, and the clash of cultures.
By Charles Fletcher Lummis · First published 1896 · Genre: Fiction, Historical Fiction, Adventure