This classic work of romantic literature tells the story of two Native Americans who fall in love against the backdrop of the French colonization of North America. The lyrical prose and vivid settings make Atala an immersive and enchanting read. The themes of love, nature, and cultural conflict remain relevant and poignant to this day. This new translation will introduce a new generation to the timeless beauty of Chateaubriand's work. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.