The Talba

The Talba: A Historical Romance is a novel written by Anna Eliza Bray and published in 1884. The book is set in the 16th century and follows the life of a young woman named Talba, who is of mixed race and lives in the Spanish colony of Mexico. Talba is a skilled weaver and is highly respected in her community, but her life is turned upside down when she falls in love with a Spanish nobleman named Don Pedro. Despite the challenges they face due to their different backgrounds, Talba and Don Pedro are determined to be together. The novel explores themes of love, race, and social class, and provides a vivid picture of life in colonial Mexico. Through Talba's story, the author also sheds light on the complex history of the region and the struggles faced by its inhabitants. The Talba: A Historical Romance is a captivating tale that offers a unique perspective on an important period in history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.