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The Man and the Island: Sir Robert Townsend Farquar Bt. First British Governor of Mauritius 1810-1823

The Man and the Island: Sir Robert Townsend Farquar Bt. First British Governor of Mauritius 1810-1823

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Published November 3, 2010
ISBN 24676341
Mary Allan
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Mary Allan

Mary Allan writes contemporary fiction and has always been fascinated by character-driven stories. They hold a degree in English Literature and previously worked as an editor before transitioning to writing their own books. Mary Allan lives with their spouse and a very vocal rescue cat.

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