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LoC No.: 01026931

Title: Paul Jones

Series Title: Riverside Biographical Series, number 12

Note: Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "Paul Jones" by Hutchins Hapgood is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life of John Paul Jones, a prominent naval commander during the American Revolutionary War, and presents an exploration of his relentless pursuit of honor, distinction, and authority at sea. This narrative unfolds against the backdrop of significant historical events, showcasing Jones's adventures, challenges, and ambitions. The opening of the biography outlines John Paul Jones's early life and formative experiences that shaped him into a daring naval leader. Born in a modest Scottish family, he demonstrated exceptional seamanship from a young age, ultimately shifting his path toward a life of adventure on the high seas. As he moves from being a shipmaster's apprentice to commander, key incidents from his early voyages, including his involvement in the slave trade and his fierce temperament, are highlighted. Jones’s aspirations for recognition and prowess become increasingly evident as he navigates his way into a pivotal role within the nascent American navy, setting the stage for his future exploits that would make him a legendary figure in naval history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hapgood, Hutchins, 1869-1944

EBook No.: 28633

Published: Apr 29, 2009

Downloads: 45

Language: English

Subject: Biography

Subject: Jones, John Paul, 1747-1792

LoCC: History: America: Revolution (1775-1783)

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 01026931

Title: Paul Jones

Series Title: Riverside Biographical Series, number 12

Note: Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "Paul Jones" by Hutchins Hapgood is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life of John Paul Jones, a prominent naval commander during the American Revolutionary War, and presents an exploration of his relentless pursuit of honor, distinction, and authority at sea. This narrative unfolds against the backdrop of significant historical events, showcasing Jones's adventures, challenges, and ambitions. The opening of the biography outlines John Paul Jones's early life and formative experiences that shaped him into a daring naval leader. Born in a modest Scottish family, he demonstrated exceptional seamanship from a young age, ultimately shifting his path toward a life of adventure on the high seas. As he moves from being a shipmaster's apprentice to commander, key incidents from his early voyages, including his involvement in the slave trade and his fierce temperament, are highlighted. Jones’s aspirations for recognition and prowess become increasingly evident as he navigates his way into a pivotal role within the nascent American navy, setting the stage for his future exploits that would make him a legendary figure in naval history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hapgood, Hutchins, 1869-1944

EBook No.: 28633

Published: Apr 29, 2009

Downloads: 45

Language: English

Subject: Biography

Subject: Jones, John Paul, 1747-1792

LoCC: History: America: Revolution (1775-1783)

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.