A Pirate of the Caribbees by Harry Collingwood
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| Author | Collingwood, Harry, 1851-1922 |
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| Illustrator | De Lacy, Charles J. |
| Title | A Pirate of the Caribbees |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Summary | "A Pirate of the Caribbees" by Harry Collingwood is a naval adventure novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a young officer named Courtenay, who embarks on a mission to confront a notorious pirate named Morillo while navigating the dangers of naval warfare. The narrative promises an engaging blend of thrilling battles, shipwrecks, and tumultuous weather, offering a captivating glimpse into life at sea during a time when piracy and naval conflict were prevalent. The opening of the novel introduces us to Courtenay aboard H.M. frigate "Althea", where he is awakened from his slumber to take over watch duty. The foggy, calm atmosphere sets a tense mood as the crew anticipates potential encounters with enemy ships, given the backdrop of ongoing wars with France, Spain, and Holland. As the narrative unfolds, Courtenay spots two frigates that carry the French flag, signaling imminent conflict. The excitement builds as they prepare for battle, showcasing the camaraderie and discipline among the crew amid the chaos of naval warfare. The start of this adventure hints at a story filled with high stakes, bravery, and treachery in the Caribbean waters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Sea stories |
| Subject | Pirates -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21073 |
| Release Date | Apr 13, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 110 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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